Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drugs targeting various diseases. It plays a role in the development of compounds with potential antibacterial, antifungal, or anti-inflammatory properties. Additionally, it is utilized in organic chemistry research for constructing complex molecules due to its reactive functional groups, which allow for further chemical modifications. Its nitro and ester groups make it valuable in designing and synthesizing novel compounds for medicinal and industrial applications.