Used primarily in scientific research as a synthetic intermediate in the development of indole-based compounds. It serves as a building block for creating analogs in medicinal chemistry, particularly in studies related to cannabinoid receptor ligands. Its structure supports exploration of structure-activity relationships in novel psychoactive substances. Commonly employed in analytical testing and forensic research to identify and characterize metabolites or derivatives in biological systems. Also utilized in the synthesis of probe molecules for pharmacological studies targeting the endocannabinoid system.