Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the production of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators. It also serves in the development of dyes and pigments due to its reactive oxime functional group. Its chlorinated aromatic structure makes it suitable for cross-coupling reactions in organic synthesis, enabling the construction of more complex molecules. Additionally, it has been explored in research for its potential role in coordination chemistry as a ligand for metal ions.