Used as a flavoring agent in the food industry due to its fruity odor, particularly in apple and pineapple flavor formulations. Also employed in the fragrance industry for creating fruity notes in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics. Serves as a solvent and intermediate in organic synthesis, including the production of esters and other derivatives. Occasionally used in research as a model compound for biodiesel studies because of its ester structure and volatility characteristics.