Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of analgesic and anti-inflammatory drugs. It serves as a building block for more complex molecules due to the presence of both amino and ketone functional groups, which allow for further chemical modifications. Commonly employed in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where chlorinated aromatic rings and amine functionalities are required. Also utilized in research settings for the preparation of novel organic compounds and in the optimization of synthetic routes for drug candidates.