Used primarily in research settings as a potent and selective agonist for serotonin receptors, particularly the 5-HT6 receptor subtype. Its high affinity for this receptor makes it valuable in studying cognitive functions, memory, and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. It is also employed in pharmacological assays to evaluate the efficacy and binding characteristics of new compounds targeting central nervous system pathways. Due to its psychoactive properties, it is sometimes encountered in forensic analysis and toxicology screening, especially in the context of novel psychoactive substances. Not intended for human consumption, it serves mainly as a reference compound in neuroscience and drug development research.