Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of azo dyes and pigments, particularly for producing yellow and orange shades with good lightfastness. Employed in the development of sulfa drugs due to the presence of sulfonamide group, contributing to antimicrobial activity in pharmaceutical research. Also utilized in agrochemical formulations as a building block for herbicides and plant growth regulators. Its aromatic and electron-rich structure makes it suitable for use in organic semiconductors and photoactive materials in specialty electronics.