Used primarily in research and industrial settings as a solvent and reagent in organic synthesis. It plays a role in the study of halogenated hydrocarbons and their environmental impact. Often employed in analytical chemistry for calibration standards in gas chromatography. Additionally, it is utilized in the development of water treatment processes to understand the formation and removal of disinfection byproducts. Its applications extend to toxicology studies, where it helps assess the health effects of exposure to chlorinated compounds.