Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated and halogenated organic compounds. Its multiple halogen substituents allow for selective cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in building complex aromatic structures. Commonly employed in the preparation of active ingredients in crop protection agents and in medicinal chemistry for drug discovery research. Also utilized in materials science for designing specialty organic semiconductors and liquid crystals due to its electron-withdrawing properties and structural stability.