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Perfumes & Fragrances
BASF and Isobionics® launch Isobionics® Santalol, their first joint product. The new fragrance is a convincing alternative to sandalwood oil due to its woody odor profile.
New Fragrance: Alternative to Sandalwood Oil
The proprietary manufacturing process of Isobionics® Santalol makes the product unique. The new fragrance is produced on a biotechnological basis from renewable raw materials. The starting material for the fermentation process is corn starch obtained from corn grown in Europe.
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With our new development we focus on the needs of our customers, who demand reliability in the supply of raw materials. Isobionics® Santalol is highly available and conserves natural resources. It offers consistent high quality and is independent of weather and harvesting conditions," said Steffen Goetz, head of BASF's Aroma Ingredients business.
Isobionics® Santalol Suitable for Perfumes
The original sandalwood oil is extracted from the wood and roots of the white sandalwood tree. The existence of sandalwood tree is highly endangered by overexploitation and it is therefore on the Red List of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).
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Replacing real sandalwood oil is a challenge that we have mastered with Isobionics® Santalol. Our Santalol is the heart of sandalwood oil," said Toine Janssen, founder of Isobionics. "
In fragrance compositions, Isobionics® Santalol brings more volume and warmth. Floral-oriental fine fragrances are enhanced by the creamy sandalwood note."
As an alternative to sandalwood oil, Isobionics® Santalol is particularly suitable for use in perfumes and exclusive personal care products. Other products derived from the company's proprietary biotechnology platform include citrus oil components, such as valencene and nootkatone.
Source: BASF