Used in research as a potent and selective inhibitor of the enzyme soluble epoxide hydrolase (sEH), this compound plays a key role in studies related to inflammation, pain, and cardiovascular diseases. By inhibiting sEH, it helps stabilize endogenous epoxy fatty acids, which have anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory effects. It is particularly valuable in preclinical models for investigating conditions such as hypertension, neuropathic pain, and ischemic injury. Its ability to cross biological membranes enhances its utility in in vivo studies, making it a tool compound for probing the physiological roles of the sEH pathway.