Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of bioactive molecules and nitro-containing compounds. Its spirocyclic structure with a nitro functional group makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex heterocyclic systems. It is also employed in research settings to explore new synthetic pathways and to prepare derivatives with potential antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties. The compound's stability and reactivity profile allow for selective transformations, making it useful in the design of novel drug candidates.