Character
The Story of Ambrocenide
Ambrocenide is a semi-synthetic powerhouse that redefined what modern perfumery can achieve. Developed in 1997, this Symrise innovation transforms cedrene from American cedar into a radiant amber molecule used across hundreds of fragrances since its 2016 commercial debut.
Heritage
Ambergris, the rare sperm whale secretion with a distinctive leathery-woody scent, established amber as one of perfumery's most valued notes. Ancient Egyptians and early 20th-century perfumers relied on animal-derived fixatives that added sensuality and longevity to compositions. Most of these materials now face restrictions. Ambrocenide emerged as a sustainable alternative. Pickenhagen developed it at Symrise in 1997, but it remained unused until 2016. Its commercial debut transformed hundreds of fragrances, allowing perfumers to achieve complex amber expression without natural ingredients that raise ecological or ethical concerns.
At a Glance
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Fragrance Ingredients
Olfactive group
Synthetic
Lab-crafted
United States
Primary source region
Ingredient Details
Semi-synthetic
Cedarwood oil
Did You Know
"Perfumers use Ambrocenide at just 1% dilution because of its extraordinary potency—it can be detected even when below 0.1% concentration in a fragrance."
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