Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly in the production of neonicotinoid insecticides. It serves as a building block for active ingredients that target insect nervous systems, offering high efficacy against a range of pests in crop protection. Its halogenated structure allows for selective chemical modifications, making it valuable in developing compounds with improved stability and biological activity. Also employed in research for novel agrochemicals due to its reactivity in cross-coupling reactions.