Used as a diacylglycerol (DAG) analog in cell signaling research, particularly to study protein kinase C (PKC) activation. Its synthetic structure allows it to mimic natural DAG, making it valuable in assays investigating lipid-mediated signal transduction pathways. Commonly applied in studies related to cellular proliferation, differentiation, and apoptosis. Due to its cell permeability and stability, it is frequently used in vitro to activate PKC isoforms without the rapid degradation seen with endogenous DAG. Also utilized in lipid metabolism research and as a tool compound in pharmacological studies exploring kinase regulation.