Used in organic semiconductor materials due to its electron-deficient aromatic core, enabling applications in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs). Its halogenated structure facilitates cross-coupling reactions, making it a valuable building block in synthesizing conjugated polymers and small molecules for optoelectronic devices. The fluorine and iodine substituents enhance electron transport properties and allow further functionalization through metal-catalyzed reactions. Also explored in fluorescent probes and sensors owing to its rigid, planar structure and tunable electronic characteristics.