Used as a reagent in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions to introduce the 2-cyanophenyl group in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. The cyano group allows further functionalization, making it valuable in constructing complex organic molecules. Its stability and reactivity profile make it suitable for late-stage modifications in drug discovery. Commonly applied in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive compounds where aromatic nitriles are key structural elements.