Used widely in the fragrance industry for its fresh, green, leafy scent, this compound is a key ingredient in perfumes, soaps, detergents, and air fresheners to impart a natural, outdoorsy aroma. It is also employed in flavorings to enhance fruity and herbal notes in foods and beverages. Due to its natural occurrence in many plants, it is valued in organic and natural product formulations. Additionally, it serves as a starting material in the synthesis of other aroma chemicals and pheromones in agricultural applications for pest control.