Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, this acyl chloride is valuable in the preparation of ketones, amides, and esters through reactions with nucleophiles such as amines and alcohols. It serves in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals where a sterically hindered acyl group is required. Its reactivity makes it suitable for introducing the 2,3-dimethylbutanoyl moiety in complex molecule construction, especially in research settings focused on developing bioactive compounds. Due to its sensitivity to moisture, it is typically handled under anhydrous conditions.