Used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions. It enables the introduction of anthracene moieties into larger conjugated systems, making it valuable in the development of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and optoelectronic materials. Its triflate groups are highly reactive, allowing for efficient functionalization in the preparation of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and molecular sensors. Also employed in the synthesis of functional polymers and liquid crystals due to its rigid aromatic structure and reactivity.