Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its structure supports the formation of nitrogen-containing heterocycles, which are common in bioactive molecules. It has been investigated in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors and antimicrobial agents due to its ability to participate in metal-catalyzed coupling reactions and cycloadditions. Also employed in photochemistry research as a nitroaromatic compound with light-responsive properties, useful in designing photo-labile protecting groups or sensors.