Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, particularly in the production of azo dyes which are valued for their color intensity and stability. It also serves in the development of certain pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its aromatic and nitro-functionalized structure, which can be further modified in multi-step reactions. Additionally, it finds use in research laboratories for the preparation of more complex organic molecules, especially in reactions involving nitro group reduction or nucleophilic aromatic substitution.