Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of active ingredients requiring halogenated aromatic structures. Its selective halogen placement makes it valuable in cross-coupling reactions, such as Suzuki or Heck reactions, for building complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in research and development of new drug candidates, especially in medicinal chemistry for optimizing molecular properties like metabolic stability and binding affinity. Also utilized in the preparation of functional materials and specialty chemicals where controlled substitution patterns are essential.