Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pharmaceuticals. It plays a role in the production of certain analgesics and antipyretics due to its aromatic amide structure, which can be further modified in multi-step reactions. Also employed in the development of agrochemicals, particularly in the creation of herbicides and fungicides, where its stability and reactivity are advantageous. Its derivatization potential makes it useful in research settings for designing new bioactive molecules.