Used primarily in research settings as a synthetic intermediate for the development of benzodiazepine derivatives. It serves as a key compound in studying metabolic pathways of sedative-hypnotic drugs, particularly in understanding the transformation and breakdown of temazepam in biological systems. Due to its structural similarity to active benzodiazepines, it is also utilized in forensic analysis and drug screening methods to identify and quantify metabolites in clinical and toxicological samples. Not intended for therapeutic use.