This compound is primarily utilized in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions such as the Suzuki-Miyaura reaction. It serves as a key building block for the introduction of the 2-fluoro-6-methylpyridine moiety into more complex molecules, which is valuable in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its boronic acid group enables efficient coupling with aryl or vinyl halides, making it a versatile reagent for creating carbon-carbon bonds. Additionally, the fluorine and methyl substituents on the pyridine ring can influence the electronic and steric properties of the resulting compounds, enhancing their biological activity or chemical stability. This makes it a useful intermediate in the design of drug candidates and other functional materials.