Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes and pigments, especially for producing yellow and orange shades in textiles, plastics, and printing inks. It also serves in the manufacture of certain agricultural chemicals, including herbicides and fungicides, due to its reactivity in forming chlorinated aromatic compounds. Additionally, it finds use in the production of specialty polymers and pharmaceuticals where substituted anilines are required as building blocks. Its methoxy and chloro functional groups allow for selective reactions in multi-step organic syntheses. Handle with care as it may be toxic and pose health risks with prolonged exposure.