Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and fungicides. It plays a key role in the production of dichlorophenyl-based compounds that exhibit strong activity against a range of plant pathogens and unwanted vegetation. Due to its reactivity, it is also utilized in the development of specialty carbamate derivatives with potential applications in crop protection. Its structure allows for easy modification, making it valuable in the design of new agrochemicals with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.