Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, this compound is valuable in the production of specialty chemicals such as fragrances, agrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Its reactive chlorine atom and alkene functionality allow for further chemical modifications, including substitution and addition reactions. It serves as a building block in the creation of more complex molecules, especially in the development of branched hydrocarbon chains with specific functional groups. Due to its structure, it is also employed in research settings for studying reaction mechanisms involving allylic chlorides.