2''-Phenylacetanilide is an intermediate in the synthesis of 2,2'',3,3'',4,4'',5,5'',6-Nonabromobiphenyl (N649580) which is a polybrominated biphenyl compound that poses toxic dangers to animals, humans and the environment. 2,2'',3,3'',4,4'',5,5'',6-Nonabromobipheny is also one of the components of Firemaster FF-1, a polybrominated biphenyl fire retardant.
