This chemical is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure allows it to participate in reactions that form complex organic compounds, making it valuable in drug development, particularly for creating compounds with potential antibacterial or antifungal properties. Additionally, it is utilized in the production of dyes and pigments due to its ability to introduce specific functional groups into aromatic systems. Its nitro group makes it a useful precursor in the manufacture of explosives and other nitroaromatic compounds. In research, it serves as a building block for studying chemical reactivity and designing new molecules with targeted applications.