Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other fluorinated aromatic compounds. It serves as a building block in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and pesticides due to its halogen substitution pattern, which enhances bioactivity. Also employed in the development of dyes and specialty polymers where thermal and chemical stability are required. Its structure allows for selective functionalization in multi-step organic syntheses.