Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the preparation of substituted benzoic acid derivatives with biological activity. It serves as a building block in the development of herbicides and fungicides due to its halogen substitution pattern, which enhances reactivity in coupling reactions. Also employed in the production of dyes and specialty polymers where controlled halogen placement is required for further functionalization. Its structure allows for selective bromine and chlorine displacement, making it valuable in multi-step organic synthesis.