Used primarily as a research chemical in neuroscience and pharmacology studies, particularly in the investigation of neurotransmitter systems. It serves as a building block for synthesizing compounds that interact with serotonin, dopamine, and adrenergic receptors. Commonly employed in the development of ligands for receptor binding assays and in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies. Due to its structural similarity to known psychoactive substances, it is also monitored in forensic analysis to identify novel psychoactive agents. Not intended for human consumption and is restricted to laboratory and analytical use.