Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, particularly for azo dye production due to its amine and nitro functional groups. Also employed in the development of pharmaceuticals where substituted anilines are required for building active compounds. Its structure supports conjugation and electron delocalization, making it suitable for applications in organic semiconductors and photochemical materials. Additionally, it serves as a building block in agrochemicals for creating herbicides and fungicides.