Used primarily as a research chemical in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of chiral catalysts and ligands for asymmetric reactions. Its structure supports the creation of enantioselective environments, making it valuable in pharmaceutical research where stereochemistry is critical. Also explored in the study of amine-based transformations and as an intermediate in the preparation of bioactive molecules. Due to its structural similarity to known psychoactive substances, it is sometimes monitored in forensic and regulatory contexts, though it has no approved medical use.