Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves in the production of certain antiseptics and disinfectants due to its phenolic structure, which exhibits antimicrobial properties. Also utilized in the development of specialty polymers and UV stabilizers, where the chloro and phenyl groups contribute to enhanced thermal and oxidative stability. Its reactivity allows for further functionalization in organic synthesis, making it valuable in research and industrial applications for building complex molecules.