Used primarily in research settings as a model compound for studying the behavior of trans fatty acid esters in biological systems. It helps in understanding lipid metabolism, oxidative stability, and the impact of trans fats on cell membrane properties. Also utilized in analytical chemistry as a reference standard in chromatographic analysis of fatty acid methyl esters (FAMEs), especially in food and biofuel testing. Its defined structure makes it valuable for calibrating instruments and validating methods in lipid profiling.