Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors for cancer treatment. Its structure allows for selective binding to enzyme targets involved in cell signaling pathways. Commonly utilized in research settings to design drugs targeting tyrosine kinases, which play roles in tumor growth and inflammation. Also employed in the preparation of bioactive molecules for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies due to its halogenated and nitro-functionalized aromatic framework.