Used primarily in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, it serves as an intermediate in the production of various colorants for textiles, inks, and coatings. It is also employed in the manufacturing of agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and pesticides. In the pharmaceutical industry, it acts as a building block for the synthesis of certain active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Additionally, it finds use in organic research and development for creating complex molecules with potential industrial or medicinal applications.