Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules where halogen substitution enhances reactivity or binding affinity. Its multiple halogen atoms allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for constructing complex aromatic systems. Commonly employed in Suzuki, Stille, and Ullmann reactions to build carbon-carbon bonds in drug discovery research. Also utilized in the preparation of functionalized benzene derivatives for materials science applications, such as organic semiconductors or liquid crystals, where precise halogen placement influences electronic properties.