Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure allows for functionalization in multi-step reactions, particularly in the development of complex organic molecules. The compound's chlorinated benzyl groups contribute to its reactivity in cross-coupling reactions and nucleophilic substitutions, making it valuable in the preparation of active ingredients in crop protection agents and certain medicinal compounds. It may also serve as a building block in the creation of specialty polymers or ligands for catalysis, where steric bulk and electronic properties are important.