IFF Expands Sustainable Fragrance Line with Tonka Bean CO₂ Absolute

Event summary

  • IFF's LMR Naturals introduced Tonka Bean CO₂ Absolute to its Conscious Collection, a line of 12 sustainable natural ingredients.
  • The extract is produced using renewable and recycled supercritical CO₂ at IFF’s Aubrac, France facility.
  • The CO₂ extraction process reduces energy consumption by 34% cradle-to-gate compared to traditional solvent extraction.
  • IFF recently invested €10 million to expand its LMR Naturals site in Grasse, France.

The big picture

IFF's launch of Tonka Bean CO₂ Absolute underscores the growing emphasis on sustainability in the fragrance industry. The company's investment in CO₂ extraction technology aligns with broader trends toward eco-friendly production methods and traceable sourcing. With the expansion of its Grasse facility, IFF is positioning itself as a leader in premium natural ingredients for fine perfumery and other applications.

What we're watching

Market Adoption
How quickly perfumers and fragrance brands integrate Tonka Bean CO₂ Absolute into their formulations.
Sustainability Leadership
Whether IFF can maintain its competitive edge in sustainable extraction technologies.
Scalability
The pace at which IFF can scale its CO₂ extraction capabilities to meet growing demand.

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