This chemical is primarily utilized in the field of organic electronics and materials science. It serves as a key building block in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and small molecules, which are essential for the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices. Its rigid, planar structure and ability to form stable π-conjugated systems make it suitable for enhancing charge transport properties in these applications. Additionally, it is used in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its aldehyde functional groups, which can facilitate the formation of strong coordination bonds with metal ions. This contributes to the creation of porous materials with potential applications in gas storage, separation, and catalysis.