Used as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the introduction of sulfur pentafluoride groups into aromatic compounds. It is valuable in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where the sulfur pentafluoride moiety can enhance the biological activity and stability of the molecules. Additionally, it finds application in materials science for the modification of polymers and other materials to impart specific chemical properties. Its reactivity with various organic substrates makes it a useful tool in the preparation of complex organic molecules for research and industrial purposes.