Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, particularly in the production of herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its structure allows for selective reactivity in building chlorinated nicotinic derivatives that are effective in crop protection. It is also employed in the development of pharmaceuticals where nicotinic acid derivatives play a role in bioactive molecule design. The compound’s chlorine substitution pattern enhances its utility in cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in fine chemical synthesis.