Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with targeted biological activity. Commonly employed in organic synthesis to build complex molecules due to the presence of reactive halogen groups, which can undergo cross-coupling reactions. Also utilized in the preparation of agrochemicals and specialty chemicals where halogenated aromatic compounds are required.