5-Fluoro-2-methylpyridine-4-boronic acid is primarily used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions. This reaction is widely employed in the pharmaceutical industry to create complex molecules by forming carbon-carbon bonds. The compound’s boronic acid group facilitates the coupling with aryl or vinyl halides, enabling the synthesis of biologically active compounds, such as drug candidates or agrochemicals. Its fluorine and methyl substituents also contribute to the stability and reactivity of the resulting products. Additionally, it finds applications in the development of advanced materials and organic electronic components due to its ability to modify molecular structures effectively.