Used as a key intermediate in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions for the synthesis of biologically active pyridine derivatives. Its boronic acid group enables efficient carbon-carbon bond formation, making it valuable in pharmaceutical research, particularly in the development of agrochemicals and central nervous system agents. The trifluoromethyl and isopropylthio substituents enhance lipophilicity and metabolic stability, which are beneficial properties in drug design. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic systems with potential therapeutic activity.