Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its nitro group and benzodioxole structure make it valuable in constructing bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. It also serves as a building block in the preparation of fluorescent dyes and sensors due to its electron-deficient aromatic system. The compound's reactivity allows for selective functionalization, enabling its use in cross-coupling reactions and heterocyclic chemistry for drug discovery.