Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, especially in the production of azo dyes which are widely applied in the textile, printing, and coating industries. It also serves as a building block for agricultural chemicals, including certain herbicides and fungicides. Additionally, it is employed in the manufacture of rubber chemicals and pharmaceuticals, contributing to the development of active ingredients in some medicinal compounds. Due to its reactivity, it plays a role in the preparation of specialty polymers and corrosion inhibitors.