Used primarily as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its reactivity allows for the introduction of the 5-nitrofuran moiety into larger molecules, which is valuable in the development of antimicrobial and antiparasitic agents. Commonly employed in the preparation of amide derivatives by reacting with amines, it plays a key role in constructing bioactive compounds, especially in drug discovery research targeting infections caused by bacteria and protozoa. Also utilized in the production of dyes and functional materials where nitrofuran groups contribute to electron-accepting properties.