Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and dyes, particularly in the development of selective herbicides, fungicides, and bioactive compounds. Its nitro, chloro, and methoxy functional groups enable various reactions, including nitro reduction to amine, nucleophilic substitution of chloro, and coupling reactions in the production of complex aromatic compounds. Also employed in research for developing novel photochromic materials due to its light-sensitive properties. Limited solubility in water but reacts well in polar organic solvents, making it suitable for controlled reaction environments in fine chemical manufacturing.