This chemical is primarily utilized in the development of advanced materials, particularly in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). Its tetracarboxylic acid groups allow it to act as a versatile linker, forming stable and porous structures with metal ions. These MOFs are widely applied in gas storage, separation processes, and catalysis due to their high surface area and tunable properties. Additionally, it finds use in the creation of organic electronic materials, where its rigid terphenyl core contributes to enhanced charge transport properties in devices such as organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and field-effect transistors (OFETs). Its ability to form complex structures also makes it valuable in the design of sensors and photonic materials.