Rutaevin is utilized as a starting material in the synthesis of complex organic compounds, particularly in pharmaceutical research for developing biologically active substances with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It serves as a potential lead compound for new drug design due to its readily modifiable structure and intriguing cellular biological activities. Traditionally employed in herbal medicine for treating skin conditions, minor wounds, and infections owing to its astringent and healing effects; also studied for antiviral potential against respiratory viruses and included in natural insect repellents for its volatile components. Limited clinical use, mainly in folk and alternative medicine.