Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. Its structure supports the development of indole-based derivatives, which are common in medicinal chemistry. Commonly employed in the preparation of potential drug candidates targeting neurological disorders and inflammation. Also utilized in research settings to synthesize fluorescent probes and functional materials due to the indole core’s electron-rich properties. The nitro group allows further functionalization through reduction to amino derivatives, enabling diverse chemical transformations.