Smells Like (Dirty) Money

Smells Like (Dirty) Money

Four of the largest fragrance and flavor manufacturers in the world are under investigation for price-fixing ingredients and materials used to make fragrance.  This class action complaint was filed by Crimson Candle Supply against the following fragrance suppliers:

  • Givaudan
  • Firmenich
  • Agilex
  • Ungerer
  • Custom Essence
  • IFF
  • Symrise

Read the full document HERE.

Leave a comment

Comments will be approved before showing up.


Also in Fragrant Thoughts

Bottle of men's perfume with water drops on a black background. Fashion concept.
Perfume Labeling Requirements: US vs. EU

by Nathan Motylinski 3 min read

Discover the key differences between U.S. and EU perfume labeling laws. Learn what must appear on fragrance labels, from ingredient lists to allergen disclosure, and get updated on the EU’s expansion from 26 to 80+ fragrance allergens.

Read More
close up of green grass leaf with water droplets
ISO 9235 Standard Explained

by Nathan Motylinski 3 min read

ISO 9235 is the international benchmark for defining natural fragrance oils and ensuring clarity in plant-based fragrance formulations. If you’re a perfumer, formulator, or brand working in the clean fragrance space, this standard matters.

Read More
Fragrance Regulatory: 50 Shades of Grey
Fragrance Regulatory: 50 Shades of Grey

by Nathan Motylinski 2 min read

Fragrance safety regulations can be confusing, even for us.  While many folks think of IFRA limits as clearly black and white, they are really a constantly changing world of grey. 
Read More