Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments due to its nitro and bromo functional groups, which allow for further chemical modifications. Commonly employed in the preparation of azo dyes through coupling reactions. Also serves as a building block in the manufacture of agrochemicals, particularly herbicides and fungicides, where the aromatic nitro group contributes to biological activity. Its bromine atom enables cross-coupling reactions in organic synthesis, making it valuable in pharmaceutical development for constructing complex molecules. Additionally, used in research laboratories for the preparation of substituted aromatic compounds via nucleophilic substitution or metal-catalyzed reactions.