Used in organic synthesis, particularly in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions, to construct biaryl frameworks in pharmaceutical and agrochemical development. The silyl-protected phenol group enhances stability and selectivity during reaction sequences, allowing for later deprotection to reveal free phenolic functionality. Commonly employed in the synthesis of complex molecules where orthogonal protection strategies are required. Its boronic acid moiety facilitates carbon-carbon bond formation under mild conditions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry and materials science.