Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated and halogenated organic compounds. Its structure allows for selective functionalization in multi-step reactions, making it valuable in creating active ingredients in crop protection agents and medicinal candidates. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Buchwald-Hartwig aminations due to the presence of multiple halogens with differing reactivities. Also utilized in the preparation of liquid crystals and specialty polymers where halogen substitution influences electronic properties.