Used primarily in flavor and fragrance formulations due to its strong, meaty, and sulfurous aroma. It imparts roasted, savory notes and is often found in artificial food flavors, especially for meat, garlic, and onion products. Also employed in the synthesis of more complex sulfur-containing compounds used in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its potent odor makes it effective in low concentrations, enhancing realism in flavor systems and perfumes requiring organic sulfur nuances.