Used primarily in the fragrance and flavor industry due to its fatty, green, and slightly citrus-like odor. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of aroma compounds, especially those mimicking natural scents in soaps, perfumes, and cosmetics. Also investigated for its role in organic synthesis where unsaturated aldehydes are needed as building blocks for more complex molecules. Its reactivity makes it useful in creating derivatives for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.