Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, particularly in the production of azo dyes which are widely applied in the textile, printing, and coating industries. It also serves as a building block in the manufacture of certain agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals where nitroaromatic compounds are required. Its tert-butyl and nitro functional groups make it suitable for further chemical modifications in organic synthesis. Due to the presence of the aromatic amine and nitro group, it can participate in reduction and coupling reactions to form complex molecules. Handle with care as aromatic amines may pose health and safety risks.