Used as a highly reactive carbonate source in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of fluorinated compounds. Its strong electron-withdrawing hexafluoroisopropyl groups enhance electrophilicity, making it effective for carboxylation reactions and forming carbonate esters under mild conditions. Employed in pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries to introduce fluorinated motifs that improve metabolic stability and lipophilicity. Also explored as a reagent in polymer chemistry for synthesizing fluorinated polycarbonates with unique thermal and dielectric properties. Handles under anhydrous conditions due to moisture sensitivity.