Used primarily as an intermediate in organic synthesis, especially in the preparation of complex fragrance molecules and flavor compounds. Its diketone structure allows for selective reactions such as cyclizations and condensations, making it valuable in the development of perfumery ingredients where stability and specific olfactory profiles are required. It is also employed in the synthesis of bioactive molecules, including potential pharmaceutical agents, due to its branched alkyl chain and functional group arrangement that can mimic natural terpenoid structures.