Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and insecticides. It plays a key role in the production of chloroacetanilide-type herbicides, which are effective in controlling weeds in crops such as corn, soybeans, and rice. The compound’s structure allows for the development of active ingredients that inhibit plant growth by disrupting cell division in germinating seeds. Additionally, it is employed in the manufacture of certain dyes and rubber chemicals, contributing to color stability and material durability. Its reactivity makes it valuable in organic synthesis for building more complex molecules in both agricultural and industrial chemistry.