Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its multiple bromine atoms and nitro group, which allow further functionalization. Its structure supports cross-coupling reactions, making it valuable in the development of complex organic molecules. Also employed in the preparation of dyes and functional materials where nitroaromatic systems are required. The presence of reactive bromomethyl group enables it to act as a linker or bridge in polymer chemistry and material science applications.