2,6-Dichloroanisole is used as a reagent in the synthesis of the potent antineoplastic agent, Deoxynyboquinone. 2,6-Dichloroanisole is also used as a reagent in the preparation of naphthyridinone, pyrimidinone, and oxazinone derivatives for treatment of schizophrenia, other mental disorders, and central nervous system disorders.