Used as a flavoring agent in the food industry to impart fruity, apple-like, and pineapple notes in candies, beverages, and baked goods. Commonly found in artificial flavor formulations due to its pleasant, sweet aroma. Also utilized in the fragrance industry for perfumes, cosmetics, and scented products where a fruity scent is desired. Can serve as a solvent in specialty applications involving coatings, resins, or other formulations due to its ester properties.