Used as a key intermediate in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions for the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its boronic acid functionality enables efficient carbon-carbon bond formation under mild conditions. The methoxymethoxy group acts as a protecting group, allowing selective reactivity at other sites during multi-step syntheses. Commonly employed in the preparation of biaryl compounds and functionalized aromatic systems found in bioactive molecules. Its cyano group can be further modified to introduce amines, carboxylic acids, or heterocycles, expanding its utility in drug discovery and materials science.