Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and other antidepressant drugs. It also serves in the preparation of agrochemicals, including certain herbicides and fungicides, due to its ability to impart stability and bioactivity in active ingredients. Additionally, it is employed in the development of specialty polymers and dyes where halogenated aromatic structures enhance performance characteristics such as thermal stability and light resistance.