Used as a reagent in Suzuki-Miyaura cross-coupling reactions to introduce the 3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl group into organic molecules. This enables the synthesis of complex fluorinated compounds with enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity, which are valuable in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. The trifluoroborate moiety offers improved stability and handling compared to boronic acids, making it suitable for large-scale and late-stage functionalization in drug development.