Used in research for its potential to inhibit glucose transporters, particularly SGLT1 and SGLT2, making it a compound of interest in diabetes studies. It helps scientists understand mechanisms of glucose absorption in the intestines and reabsorption in the kidneys. Due to its structural similarity to phlorizin, it serves as a tool compound in developing SGLT inhibitors for therapeutic use. Also investigated for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in preclinical models.