Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of fluorinated active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its structure supports the introduction of fluorine and nitro functional groups into larger molecules, enhancing metabolic stability and binding affinity. Commonly employed in the preparation of anti-inflammatory and central nervous system agents. Also utilized in agrochemical research for building complex aromatic systems in crop protection chemicals. The ester group allows for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in multi-step organic syntheses.