Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents and antihypertensive drugs. It serves as a building block in organic reactions where a chlorinated benzyl group is needed to modify biological activity or improve metabolic stability. Also employed in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty polymers due to its amine functionality and aromatic structure. Its reactivity makes it suitable for use in Schiff base formation and catalytic transformations.