Used in perfumery in trace amounts to add depth and warmth to floral fragrances, particularly jasmine and orange blossom. Acts as a fixative to enhance the longevity of scents. In higher concentrations, it has a fecal odor and is involved in off-odor detection in environmental and food applications. Also studied for its role in gut health and as a biomarker for certain metabolic conditions. Found naturally in human and animal feces, contributing to the characteristic odor, and used in research related to intestinal diseases and microbiome studies.