Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of nitrofuran antibiotics. These compounds exhibit broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity and are applied in treating bacterial infections, especially in urinary tract and gastrointestinal systems. Also employed in research for developing new bioactive molecules due to its reactive nitro and carboxylic functional groups. Its derivatives are explored for potential antifungal, antiparasitic, and anticancer properties. Commonly used in organic synthesis to build more complex heterocyclic systems.