Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of nitro-containing aromatic compounds. Its aldehyde group allows for condensation reactions, making it valuable in the preparation of Schiff bases and other functionalized molecules. Commonly employed in research settings for the construction of more complex organic frameworks, including ligands for catalysis and building blocks for fluorescent dyes. Also utilized in the synthesis of certain antitumor agents and antimicrobial compounds due to the bioactive nature of its nitroaryl structure.