Used primarily in research settings, this compound exhibits potent biological activity and is studied for its cytotoxic properties against various cancer cell lines. It functions as a protein synthesis inhibitor, disrupting ribosomal activity in eukaryotic cells, which makes it a tool compound in studying cellular translation mechanisms. Due to its high toxicity, it is not used therapeutically but serves as a lead structure in the development of antitumor and antifungal agents. It is also employed in agricultural research to understand mycotoxin effects on crops, as it is produced by certain Fusarium species. Its role in inducing apoptosis and cell cycle arrest contributes to its value in oncology and toxicology studies.