Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug compounds where the presence of fluorine atoms enhances metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its nitro and carboxylic acid functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in constructing complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in research settings for designing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and in the preparation of agrochemicals due to its reactive scaffold. Also utilized in the development of specialty chemicals requiring aromatic rings with electron-withdrawing substituents.