This chemical is primarily used in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions such as the Stille coupling. It serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex pyridine derivatives, which are valuable in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. The tributylstannyl group facilitates the introduction of the pyridine moiety into larger molecules, enabling the development of compounds with potential biological activity. Additionally, its fluorine substituent can enhance the metabolic stability and binding affinity of the resulting molecules, making it useful in drug discovery and material science applications.