Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly in the production of certain herbicides and fungicides. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that target specific plant or fungal pathways. It is also employed in the development of specialty chemicals for crop protection, where the combination of chloro, nitro, and trifluoromethyl groups enhances biological activity and stability. Due to its reactivity, it is often modified in multi-step syntheses to achieve desired pesticidal properties.