Used primarily as a research chemical in neuroscience and pharmacology studies, particularly in the investigation of central nervous system receptors. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of compounds targeting dopamine and serotonin receptors, aiding in the development of potential treatments for psychiatric and neurological disorders. Its structure makes it valuable in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies for designing new psychoactive drugs. Commonly employed in laboratory settings to explore ligand-receptor interactions and to evaluate behavioral effects in preclinical models.