Used in biochemical research as a derivative of indole-3-acetic acid (IAA), a primary auxin in plant physiology. It serves as a building block for synthesizing more complex indole-based compounds with potential biological activity. Commonly employed in studies related to plant growth regulation, enzyme inhibition, and signal transduction pathways. Also utilized in the development of fluorescent probes and labeled analogs for tracking auxin distribution in plant tissues. Its structure supports conjugation with other molecules, making it valuable in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for designing new bioactive agents.