Used primarily as a fragrance ingredient in perfumes, cosmetics, and scented consumer products due to its pleasant, floral-woody aroma with balsamic undertones. Its long alkyl chain contributes to good stability and moderate volatility, making it effective as a middle to base note in fragrance formulations. Commonly found in soaps, lotions, detergents, and air fresheners where a soft, lasting scent is desired. Also serves as a masking agent in industrial products to cover unpleasant odors.