Used as an organic semiconductor in the fabrication of organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells due to its strong π-conjugated structure and electron-deficient character. Exhibits good charge carrier mobility and thermal stability, making it suitable for use in thin-film transistors and as an acceptor material in donor-acceptor type solar cells. Also employed in the development of near-infrared (NIR) emitting devices and sensors owing to its extended absorption into the NIR region. Its brominated thiophene groups allow for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling tuning of electronic properties for specific device requirements.