This chemical is primarily used in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki-Miyaura reactions. Its boronic acid group enables it to form carbon-carbon bonds efficiently, making it valuable in the production of complex organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The deuterium-labeled structure (d12) is especially useful in research applications, such as isotopic labeling studies, to track and analyze chemical reactions or metabolic pathways. Its specific structure, with a sec-butyl group, allows for tailored reactivity in synthesizing compounds with specific steric or electronic properties.