Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of herbicides and fungicides. Its electron-withdrawing groups make it valuable in organic reactions, such as nucleophilic aromatic substitution, where it serves as an activating agent. Commonly employed in the preparation of dyes and fluorescent probes due to its ability to enhance photostability and reactivity. Also utilized in research settings for the development of high-energy materials and specialty polymers.