Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of sulfonamide-based drugs with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Its halogenated aromatic structure makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for modifying bioavailability and binding affinity. Also employed in agrochemical research for designing novel pesticides and herbicides due to its electron-withdrawing characteristics and stability. Commonly utilized in cross-coupling reactions to build complex molecules in organic synthesis.