Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactive chloromethyl group allows for easy attachment to other molecular structures, making it valuable in building complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in the development of active ingredients in crop protection products and in the preparation of pyrazole-based medicinal compounds with anti-inflammatory or antimicrobial activity. Also utilized in research settings for heterocyclic compound development due to its stable pyrazole core and functional handle for derivatization.