Used primarily in the synthesis of azo dyes and pigments, this compound serves as a key intermediate in the textile and printing industries. Its structure allows for diazotization and coupling reactions, making it valuable for producing colored compounds with good light and wash fastness. It is also employed in the manufacture of specialty dyes for inkjet printing and optical sensors due to its distinct electron-donating and accepting groups. Additionally, it finds use in research settings for developing new aromatic amines and nitro-substituted compounds with potential biological activity.