Used in organic synthesis as a key intermediate for the preparation of complex molecules, particularly in cross-coupling reactions like Suzuki-Miyaura coupling. This reaction is essential for creating carbon-carbon bonds, enabling the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. Its deuterated methyl groups enhance stability and reduce metabolic degradation, making it valuable in drug development and isotopic labeling studies. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, which are widely used in medicinal chemistry for designing bioactive molecules.