γ-Diasarone is primarily used in research settings for its biological activity, particularly in studies related to enzyme inhibition and cellular metabolism. It has shown potential as an inhibitor of specific dehydrogenase enzymes, making it a valuable tool in biochemical assays aimed at understanding metabolic pathways. Its structure allows for interaction with cofactor-dependent enzymes, especially those utilizing NAD/NADH systems, enabling researchers to modulate and study redox reactions in vitro. Due to its specificity, γ-Diasarone is also employed in the development and validation of analytical methods for enzyme kinetics and inhibitor screening. Its application remains mostly confined to laboratory and pharmaceutical research, with no widespread industrial or commercial use reported.