Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating active ingredients that require specific halogen and nitro group positioning. Also employed in research settings for the preparation of dyes and fluorescent compounds due to its electron-withdrawing substituents, which influence optical properties. Commonly utilized in cross-coupling reactions to build complex aromatic systems in medicinal chemistry.