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The object of this chapter is to give the reader an overview of the subject of perfumery. It will cover the role of fragrance, the raw materials used, and the creative approach and construction (including technical constraints, quality aspects, and health and safety). Fragrance briefing, current trends and issues, and a short glossary of perfumery descriptors are included. A brief description of some other special additives used in perfumery, or closely related to perfumery materials, is given.
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Arctander, S. (1969) Perfume and Flavor Chemicals. S. Arctander, Montelair, New Jersey.
Arctander, S. (1960) Perfume and Flavor Materials of Natural Origin. S. Arctander, Elizabeth, New Jersey.
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Dallimore, A. (1992). Perfumery. In: Williams, D.F., Schmitt, W.H. (eds) Chemistry and Technology of the Cosmetics and Toiletries Industry. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-2268-9_8
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