Used as a key intermediate in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions, enabling the synthesis of complex pyridine-based structures found in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its boronic acid functionality allows for efficient carbon-carbon bond formation under mild conditions. Commonly employed in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules where substituted pyridines are required. The benzyl protecting groups offer stability during reaction sequences and can be removed selectively when needed. Valued in medicinal chemistry for building blocks in drug discovery and in materials science for constructing functional organic frameworks.