Used primarily in research settings as an intermediate in the synthesis of psychoactive substances, particularly in the development of substituted phenethylamines and related compounds. It serves as a building block for creating analogs that interact with serotonin and dopamine receptors, making it valuable in neuropharmacology studies. Due to its structural properties, it is also explored in the design of ligands for receptor binding assays. Not intended for human consumption and strictly regulated in many jurisdictions due to potential misuse.