Used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes and scented products due to its pleasant fruity and floral aroma. It is valued in cosmetic formulations and personal care items such as lotions, soaps, and creams for enhancing scent profiles. Also employed in flavor compositions for food products where a fruity nuance is desired. Its stability under various pH conditions makes it suitable for use in a wide range of formulations. Additionally, it serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of more complex esters and fragrance molecules.