Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of certain antihypertensive and anti-inflammatory drugs. It serves as a building block in organic synthesis due to the presence of both amino and nitro functional groups, enabling various derivatization reactions such as acylation, alkylation, or imine formation. Also employed in the development of agrochemicals, such as herbicides and fungicides, where its pyridine-based structure contributes to biological activity. Its derivatives are explored in research for potential use in dyes, fluorescent probes, and materials science applications like luminescent materials or sensors, owing to their electron-donating and accepting properties.