Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes and pigments, especially in the production of azo dyes. It also serves in the manufacture of specialty chemicals such as antioxidants and stabilizers for polymers. Due to its nitro group and substituted aromatic structure, it is valuable in organic reactions requiring electrophilic substitution or reduction to form amine derivatives. Additionally, it finds use in research for developing new energetic materials and pharmaceuticals where nitroaromatic scaffolds are needed.