Used primarily in the field of medicinal chemistry as a building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. Its structure is particularly valuable in the development of compounds with potential antibacterial and antifungal properties. Researchers leverage its nitro and fluoro substituents to create derivatives that can interact with biological targets, such as enzymes or DNA, in microorganisms. This makes it a key intermediate in the design of new therapeutic agents aimed at combating resistant bacterial strains. Additionally, it finds utility in organic synthesis for constructing heterocyclic compounds, which are often explored for their pharmacological activities.