Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its structure allows for selective substitution reactions, making it valuable in creating active ingredients with high biological activity. Commonly employed in the preparation of pyridine-based compounds where halogen and nitro groups facilitate further functionalization. Also utilized in research for designing novel compounds in medicinal chemistry due to its electron-deficient aromatic ring, which supports cross-coupling reactions.