Used as a flavor and fragrance ingredient due to its sulfur-containing ketone structure, which contributes to meaty, savory, and roasted aroma notes. Commonly applied in the food industry to enhance flavors in processed foods, soups, sauces, and seasonings. Also utilized in the creation of perfumes and aroma chemicals where complex sulfur notes are desired. Its reactivity makes it useful as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals.