Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its halogen substituents make it valuable in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Ullmann reactions, for building complex aromatic structures. Also employed in the production of dyes and functional materials where halogenated phenols enhance reactivity or stability. Its selective halogen pattern allows for controlled derivatization in multi-step organic syntheses.