Used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki-Miyaura coupling, where it acts as a source of the 2,6-dimethoxyphenyl group. The presence of methoxy groups enhances the stability and reactivity of the borate species, making it effective for constructing biaryl compounds under mild conditions. Its trifluoro variant improves solubility and transmetalation efficiency in catalytic cycles. Commonly applied in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research for building complex aromatic structures with high selectivity.