Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of anticoagulant rodenticides, particularly in the production of second-generation compounds like brodifacoum and related superwarfarins. Its structure allows for high affinity to vitamin K epoxide reductase in pests, leading to fatal hemorrhage. Due to its lipophilic nature and stability, it contributes to long biological half-life and potent activity in controlling resistant rodent populations. Also investigated for use in forensic applications as a marker in toxicological analysis due to its distinct metabolic profile.