Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, particularly in the production of dyes and pigments. It serves as a building block in organic reactions where selective substitution is required due to the presence of multiple halogen atoms with differing reactivities. Commonly employed in the development of herbicides and fungicides, thanks to its ability to undergo nucleophilic aromatic substitution under controlled conditions. Also utilized in research laboratories for the preparation of more complex nitroaromatic compounds.