Used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of triphenylene derivatives and other polycyclic aromatic compounds. It serves as a precursor in the development of liquid crystals and organic semiconductors due to its rigid aromatic structure. Also employed in the synthesis of functional materials for optoelectronic devices, including organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and sensors. Its acetyl groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for constructing complex molecular frameworks.