Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the preparation of liquid crystals and functionalized aromatic compounds. Its long alkyl chain enhances solubility in nonpolar solvents, making it suitable for use in materials science applications such as the development of organic semiconductors and surface modifiers. The iodine substituent allows for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures for pharmaceuticals or agrochemicals. Also employed in the formation of self-assembled monolayers on metal surfaces, where it helps control interfacial properties in electronic devices.