Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides due to its halogenated aromatic structure. Its ester group facilitates coupling reactions in organic synthesis, making it valuable in building complex molecules. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where fluorine and chlorine substitutions enhance biological activity and metabolic stability. Also utilized in research settings for designing novel compounds with targeted biological effects.