Used as an intermediate in organic semiconductor materials, particularly in the development of blue-emitting layers for OLED (organic light-emitting diode) devices. Its rigid, conjugated structure enhances electron transport and improves device efficiency. Commonly employed in host materials for phosphorescent OLEDs due to its high triplet energy and thermal stability. Also utilized in the synthesis of larger conjugated systems for optoelectronic applications such as organic photovoltaics and field-effect transistors.