Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiparasitic and antifungal agents. Its structure allows for functionalization at multiple sites, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building bioactive molecules. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and dyes due to its electron-withdrawing nitro group and reactive chloro substituent. Commonly utilized in research settings for constructing benzimidazole-based compounds with potential therapeutic activity.