Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of fluorinated and chlorinated aromatic compounds. Its structure allows for selective substitution reactions, making it valuable in creating active ingredients in crop protection agents and medicinal compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Ullmann reactions to build complex molecules. Also utilized in the preparation of liquid crystals and functional materials where halogenated aromatics are required for electronic or thermal stability.