Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, this compound plays a key role in constructing isoxazole-based molecules. Its reactive carbonyl chloride group allows for easy attachment to amines or alcohols, making it valuable in creating amide or ester derivatives. It is particularly useful in the development of bioactive compounds, including potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, or herbicidal agents. Due to the presence of the dichlorophenyl moiety, derivatives may exhibit enhanced lipophilicity and biological stability, which are desirable traits in drug design and crop protection chemicals.