Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of nitroaromatic compounds with biological activity. Its halogen and nitro functional groups allow for selective substitutions, making it valuable in multi-step organic syntheses. Commonly employed in the preparation of dyes and functionalized aromatic compounds where controlled reactivity is required. Also utilized in research settings for the development of novel organic materials and sensors due to its electron-withdrawing properties and structural stability.