Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of antitumor agents and antibiotics due to its quinone structure, which participates in redox reactions within biological systems. It is also employed in the development of dyes and pigments, particularly for high-performance industrial colorants. Its amino and chloro functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in pharmaceutical research and the production of bioactive molecules. Additionally, it serves as a building block in the preparation of naphthoquinone-based sensors for metal ion detection.