Used primarily as a key intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its sulfonyl chloride group readily reacts with amines and alcohols, making it valuable for introducing the 4-fluoro-2,6-dimethylbenzenesulfonyl moiety into larger molecules. This modification enhances metabolic stability and lipophilicity in active ingredients. It is also employed in the preparation of sulfonamide-based compounds, which are common structural elements in bioactive molecules. Due to its reactivity, it is handled under controlled conditions in industrial and research settings for selective derivatization.