Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its nitro and ester functional groups make it valuable for constructing complex aromatic compounds through reduction, substitution, and cyclization reactions. Commonly employed in the development of active ingredients in crop protection agents and in the synthesis of dyes and specialty chemicals. The presence of methoxy and nitro groups allows for selective transformations, enabling its use in multi-step synthetic pathways for fine chemicals.