Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in the preparation of nitrogen-containing compounds. It is also employed in research settings for the synthesis of nitroaromatic derivatives, which can serve as precursors to dyes, sensors, and bioactive molecules. The compound's nitro group can be reduced to an amine, enabling coupling reactions in the production of more complex molecules.