Used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It serves as a building block for ester and polyester synthesis due to its bifunctional ester groups. Commonly employed in fragrance formulations for its mild, fruity odor, making it suitable in cosmetics, perfumes, and as a flavoring agent in the food industry for artificial fruit notes. Also utilized as a plasticizer to improve flexibility and workability of polymers. In some cases, it acts as a solvent or carrier for other chemical reactions due to its relatively low volatility and good solvency properties.