Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for treating various diseases. Its structure allows for further functionalization, making it valuable in creating complex molecules. Applied in agrochemical research to develop novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its nitro and halogen groups for enhanced activity. Also employed in material science for the preparation of advanced organic compounds with potential electronic or optical properties. Its reactivity makes it useful in cross-coupling reactions, aiding in the construction of diverse chemical libraries for drug discovery and development.