Used in perfumery for its sweet, floral, and balsamic aroma with fruity nuances, cinnamyl propionate enhances fragrance compositions in soaps, detergents, cosmetics, and fine fragrances. It serves as a fragrance additive to impart a warm, spicy character and improve scent longevity. Commonly found in floral and oriental fragrance types, it blends well with vanilla, jasmine, and citrus notes. Also used in flavoring applications to provide a fruity, cherry-like note in food products and beverages, though at lower concentrations due to regulatory and safety considerations.