Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and plant growth regulators. It plays a role in the production of certain agrochemicals due to its structural similarity to nicotinic acid derivatives, which are known to interact with biological systems in plants and insects. Its chloro and methyl functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in creating active ingredients in crop protection products. Additionally, it has been explored in medicinal chemistry for the development of new anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial agents.