Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceutical compounds. It serves as a building block for preparing bioactive molecules due to its reactive ketone and aromatic functionalities. Its chlorinated structure allows for further functionalization through substitution reactions, making it valuable in the design of novel therapeutic agents. It has been investigated in the synthesis of compounds with potential antitumor, anti-inflammatory, and central nervous system activity. Additionally, it is employed in research settings to explore structure-activity relationships in chroman-based derivatives, which are known for their antioxidant and neuroprotective properties.