Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where fluorinated aromatic structures enhance metabolic stability and bioavailability. Its nitro and carboxylic acid functional groups allow for further chemical transformations, such as reductions to amines or coupling reactions to form amides and esters. Commonly employed in research settings for constructing complex molecules in medicinal chemistry, especially in the design of anti-inflammatory or central nervous system agents. Also utilized in the preparation of specialty organic compounds requiring regioselective substitution patterns on aromatic rings.