Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its ester functionality and chlorine substituent make it suitable for further chemical transformations, such as nucleophilic substitution or hydrolysis, enabling the construction of more complex molecules. Commonly employed in the development of active ingredients in crop protection products due to its reactivity and structural properties. Also utilized in research settings for the preparation of specialty chemicals requiring a branched aliphatic chain with functional handles.