Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of fluorinated drug candidates where the nitro group can be reduced to an amine for further functionalization. Its aldehyde functionality allows for condensation reactions, making it valuable in forming Schiff bases or heterocyclic compounds. Also applied in agrochemical research for designing novel active ingredients due to the combined electron-withdrawing effects of fluorine and nitro groups, which can enhance bioavailability and metabolic stability.