The compound (1R,4AR,4bR,10aR)-methyl 7-isopropyl-1,4a-dimethyl-1,2,3,4,4a,4b,5,6,10,10a-decahydrophenanthrene-1-carboxylate is utilized in chemical synthesis as a versatile building block. Its unique structure and reactivity make it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Specifically, this compound can serve as a precursor for the introduction of methyl, isopropyl, and carboxylate functional groups into target molecules. Through the manipulation of these functional groups, chemists can access a wide range of structurally diverse compounds with potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, materials science, and other fields. The presence of multiple methyl groups enables further structural modification, providing flexibility in designing synthetic routes towards desired end products.