Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex aromatic compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions to introduce substituted benzoyl groups. Also utilized in agrochemical research for designing new herbicides and plant growth regulators due to its halogenated aromatic framework.