Used primarily as a fluorinating agent in organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of pentafluoropropyl groups into target molecules. Its high reactivity makes it valuable in the preparation of fluorinated pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, where fluorine substitution enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity. Also employed in materials science for modifying surface properties of polymers, providing improved chemical resistance and lower surface energy. The compound’s strong electron-withdrawing nature facilitates reactions under mild conditions, making it suitable for late-stage functionalization in complex molecule synthesis.