Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for the preparation of pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds. This molecule features a tert-butoxycarbonyl (Boc)-protected aniline moiety on a 2-nitrophenylacetic acid scaffold, enabling selective deprotection and precise construction of complex molecules, particularly in peptide analogs and modified amino acid derivatives. The nitro and aromatic groups facilitate further derivatizations, such as reductions or cyclizations. It is also applicable in dye and pigment synthesis due to its chromophoric potential. Its balanced stability and reactivity make it versatile for research and industrial use.