Used in the fragrance and cosmetics industry for its fresh pine-like aroma, α-Pinene is a key ingredient in perfumes, soaps, air fresheners, essential oils, toothpaste, and oral care products. It serves as a flavoring agent in food and beverages due to its natural occurrence in essential oils.

In the chemical industry, α-Pinene acts as a precursor for synthesizing other compounds such as camphor, synthetic pine oil, and terpene resins, which are used in cleaning products, degreasers, and surface coatings.

In agriculture, it functions as a biopesticide and insect repellent. It is also explored for its anti-inflammatory, bronchodilating, and neuroprotective properties in pharmaceuticals and aromatherapy products.

As a renewable feedstock, it is used in the synthesis of biofuels and biopolymers. Additionally, α-Pinene contributes to the entourage effect in cannabis products, potentially modulating the effects of cannabinoids.