Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and insecticides. Its structure allows for selective substitution reactions, making it valuable in creating active ingredients with enhanced stability and biological activity. Commonly employed in the production of fluorinated organic compounds where the combination of chlorine and fluorine atoms improves lipophilicity and metabolic resistance. Also utilized in the manufacture of specialty chemicals for crop protection products due to its reactivity and ability to act as a building block in complex molecule assembly.