Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antiviral and anticancer agents. Its structure supports the formation of pyrimidine-based compounds that can interfere with nucleic acid replication. Also employed in research settings to design novel heterocyclic compounds for drug discovery. Shows potential in agrochemical applications as a building block for herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its nitro and hydroxyl functional groups allow for diverse chemical modifications, making it valuable in organic synthesis and material science.