Pinusolidic acid is primarily studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties. It has shown activity in inhibiting certain enzymes involved in inflammatory pathways, making it a candidate of interest in the development of natural product-based therapeutics for chronic inflammatory conditions. Research also suggests it may influence cell signaling pathways related to immune response, which could have implications in autoimmune disease management. Additionally, due to its natural origin in coniferous plants, it is explored for use in phytochemical studies and as a biomarker in plant defense mechanism research. While still in early-stage investigation, its biological activity supports ongoing exploration in pharmaceutical and agricultural applications.