Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure supports use in sulfonamide-based reactions, where it acts as a building block for more complex molecules. The nitro group allows for further functionalization, such as reduction to an amine, enabling coupling reactions in drug synthesis. It is also employed in research settings to prepare bioactive compounds and heterocyclic derivatives with potential antimicrobial or anti-inflammatory properties.