Used primarily in organic synthesis as an intermediate in the development of pharmaceutical compounds. It serves as a building block in the creation of more complex molecules with potential biological activity. Its structure supports the design of central nervous system agents, particularly in research related to dopamine and sigma receptors. Commonly employed in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to the presence of functional groups amenable to further modification. Also utilized in the preparation of nitroaromatic derivatives for screening in neuropharmacological assays.