Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of local anesthetics such as benzocaine. It serves as a key building block in organic reactions where an ester-functionalized aromatic amine is required. Also employed in the preparation of dyes, UV absorbers, and other specialty chemicals due to its amine and ester functional groups. Its derivative forms are found in some sunscreen formulations for their ability to absorb ultraviolet light.