Used primarily in the synthesis of organic compounds, particularly in the production of dyes, pigments, pharmaceuticals, and pesticides. It serves as an intermediate in the manufacture of various colorants, contributing to vibrant and stable colors in textiles and plastics, and in the creation of active ingredients for certain medications and agrochemicals. Its nitro group makes it a valuable component in chemical reactions for introducing nitrogen-containing functional groups into complex molecules. Additionally, it is used in chemical research to study reactions involving nitro and phenyl compounds.