This compound is primarily utilized in the development of advanced materials, particularly in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs). Its rigid terphenyl core and carboxylic acid functional groups make it suitable for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with high thermal stability and porosity, which are applied in gas storage and separation processes. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the design of conjugated polymers for use in photovoltaic devices, enhancing their efficiency and durability. Its structural properties also make it valuable in the field of supramolecular chemistry for creating complex molecular architectures.