Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, particularly in the development of active ingredients that require functionalized thiophene rings. Its reactivity allows for coupling reactions in the production of complex organic molecules. Commonly employed in the manufacture of dyes, electronic materials, and specialty polymers due to the electron-withdrawing nitro group and the bromine handle for further substitution. Also utilized in research for developing new heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.