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Perfumer's Notebook: Perfuming of laundry detergents

It is good practice in perfuming any product to learn as much as one can of the properties of that product. This is particularly true of granular or powdered detergents. Chemically a detergent contains a blend of one or more surfactants employed to provide wetting action. These may be expected to have little or no chemical action on perfume materials, but may have some interfering odor. Detersive action is provided by alkaline salts, such as phosphates and/or carbonates. These make up a large part of the composition. Water is also present as product moisture.

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Formulation Notes: Fragrancing Detergents

The story of soap supposedly begins at the base of Mount Sapo, where, according to Roman lore, the water foamed and washed the clothes better than in other spots. Why was this?

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Editor's Note: Amplifying the Senses

As an industry, how can the synthetics story be told to fit the current landscape? This issue we look at Tide's scent of clean, a review of one of the recent FEMA GRAS materials in flavor formulations, patenting fragrance isomers and more.

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Editor's Note: So Fresh and So Clean

Today’s F&F products are reflective of consumer demands for personalization, wellness and environmental friendliness. This issue we explore these drivers more closely in laundry care, flavor labeling compliance, dairy innovations and more.

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Woody Notes in Perfumery Part III: Cedarwood and Derivatives in Soap Fragrances

This article will address soap fragrances, of which cedarwood and its derivative are a part. Cedarwood is a good fixative; it has a rounding effect on the odor of other perfume components and does not discolor in soap.

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Home Care Scent Trends Shifting Toward Gourmand Notes & Natural Escapism

An industry expert weighs in on evolving consumer demands, the growth of AI, and emerging technologies in the home care segment.

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Tide: The History of the Smell of Clean in North America

Throughout the years, Tide has become synonymous with the scent of clean, while evolving to meet the demands of conscious consumers.

Woody Notes In Perfumery Part III: Cedarwood And Derivatives In Soap Fragrances

In part I of this cedarwood series (Perfumer & Flavorist, May/June 2001), we discussed various cedarwood oil types and derivatives. In part II of this cedarwood series (Perfumer & Flavorist, July/August 2002), we discussed the application of cedarwood and its derivatives in various types of fragrances. We have also given examples of the use of cedarwood in imitations of several essential oils, and of the use of cedarwood derivatives in some specialties.

Organizations from across the flavor and fragrance industry have been working to secure essential status, maintain the supply chain and ensure regulatory standards are met.

Life as We Know It: Creating the New Normal in the Age of COVID-19

Where do we go from here? We gathered insights from industry organizations on everything from navigating new regulations to sparking creativity in crises.

Iberchem announced a new site in China is set to be commissioned in 2025 and will feature laboratories, R&D facilities, offices, and manufacturing facilities.

Iberchem SAU 2024 Leaders & Newsmakers

Iberchem shares 3 company highlights from 2023, influencers for innovation in 2024 and beyond as well as company goals.

6 Opportunities for Fragrance in 2010

P&G’s Steve Hicks discusses how the industry can survive and thrive in a difficult environment.

Molecule of the Month: 5-Isopropyl-2-methylphenol

Organoleptic profile and application areas.

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Fragrance Ingredient Communication: Negotiating and Implementing California’s SB 258

Also known as the Cleaning Products Right to Know Act, SB 258 presented an opportunity for the International Fragrance Association North America to engage all stakeholders for meaningful fragrance ingredient communication.

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World Perfumery Congress 2018 Preview: A Sense of What’s Next

A preview of the event’s program and speakers, featuring a new master perfumer workshop, fragrance art installation, expo hall additions and more.

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