Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactive bromo and nitro groups allow for selective substitutions, making it valuable in constructing complex aromatic compounds. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions such as Suzuki or Heck reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds. Also utilized in the development of dyes and functional materials where nitroaromatic scaffolds are required. Its ester group facilitates further derivatization, enabling its use in multi-step synthetic pathways.