Used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of agricultural chemicals, particularly herbicides and plant growth regulators. It plays a role in the development of compounds that control weed growth in crop fields, enhancing yield by reducing competition for nutrients. Also utilized in research settings for studying nitroaromatic compound behavior and degradation pathways. Its derivatives show potential in specialty dyes and stabilizers for polymers due to nitro group reactivity. Handling requires caution due to potential toxicity and environmental persistence.