Used in pharmaceutical research for hormone-related therapies, particularly in studies involving estrogen metabolism and steroid hormone pathways. Shows potential in developing treatments for hormonal imbalances and certain types of hormone-sensitive cancers. Also utilized as a reference compound in analytical testing to identify metabolic byproducts in biological samples. Investigated for its role in skin health, appearing in some experimental dermatological formulations aimed at anti-aging due to its structural similarity to active metabolites in collagen synthesis.