Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki and Heck reactions, to construct complex aromatic systems. Its iodine functionality allows for selective metal-catalyzed bond formation, making it valuable in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. The tert-butyl and ethoxy groups provide steric and electronic properties that influence reactivity and stability in multi-step syntheses. Commonly employed in the development of functional materials and bioactive molecules.