Used in research as a lysophosphatidylcholine (LPC) derivative, this compound serves as a biochemical tool to study cell membrane dynamics, lipid signaling pathways, and inflammatory responses. It is particularly valuable in investigating the role of lysophospholipids in endothelial dysfunction and atherosclerosis. Due to its defined acyl chain length, it helps in structure-activity studies of lipid-protein interactions. It is also employed in mass spectrometry and lipidomics workflows as a reference standard for identifying endogenous phospholipids in biological samples.