Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments due to its reactive aldehyde and nitro groups. Plays a key role in pharmaceutical manufacturing, particularly in the production of certain antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents. Commonly employed in organic research for building more complex aromatic compounds through nucleophilic substitution or reduction reactions. Its electron-withdrawing substituents make it suitable for use in agrochemical synthesis, including herbicides and fungicides. Also utilized in the preparation of fluorescent probes and sensors because of its ability to undergo condensation reactions with amines and hydrazines.