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Costus Valerolactone

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Courtesy of Penta Fine Ingredients

This material is a refined aroma ingredient known for its warm, fatty animalic scent. It has a distinct note of coconut that adds a creamy, sweet nuance and earthy, root-like notes. It is widely used in fine fragrance applications.