This chemical is primarily used as a spin trap in electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy, a technique employed to detect and study free radicals in various chemical and biological systems. Its ability to form stable adducts with free radicals makes it valuable in research focused on understanding oxidative stress mechanisms, particularly in biological samples like cells, tissues, and fluids. It is also utilized in the study of radical reactions in polymer chemistry, helping to identify and characterize reactive intermediates. Additionally, it has applications in pharmaceutical research for investigating the role of free radicals in disease processes and evaluating the efficacy of antioxidant compounds.