Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, this compound serves in the preparation of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactive bromo and nitro functional groups allow for further chemical modifications, such as nucleophilic substitution and reduction reactions. It is especially valuable in the construction of nitrogen-containing heterocycles and substituted benzene derivatives. Due to the presence of the bromoethyl group, it can act as an alkylating agent in the development of bioactive molecules. Commonly employed in research settings for synthesizing potential drug candidates and functionalized aromatic compounds.