This chemical is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its unique structure, featuring chlorine and fluorine substituents, allows it to be a key building block in the production of active ingredients for drugs, particularly fluoroquinolone antibiotics targeting bacterial infections and other microbial diseases. In the agricultural sector, it plays a role in the development of herbicides and pesticides, contributing to the protection of crops from pests and weeds. Additionally, it is utilized in the research and development of new chemical entities, where its properties are explored for potential applications in material science and organic chemistry.