Used in organic synthesis as a building block for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds. Its ortho-hydroxy and methoxy groups enhance stability and influence regioselectivity during coupling. Commonly employed in the development of bioactive molecules, including drug candidates targeting inflammation and cancer. Also utilized in sensor design for detecting diols and saccharides due to boronic acid’s affinity for diol-containing compounds.