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Asafoetida
Note Profile
Scent Profile
Asafoetida has a pungent, sulfurous scent with strong notes of garlic, onion, and resin, evolving into a warm, slightly musky spiciness as it dries down. Its aroma is intensely savory, with earthy and animalic undertones that can add depth and complexity to compositions.
Citrus
0%
Floral
0%
Fruity
0%
Green
10%
Sweet
0%
Warm
55%
Woody
0%
Earthy
60%
Animalic
45%
Fresh
0%
Origin
Asafoetida is a gum resin obtained from the roots of Ferula species, primarily grown in Iran and Afghanistan. The resin is collected by cutting the root and allowing the exuded sap to dry, after which it is processed for use in perfumery and culinary applications.
Usage in Perfumery
Perfumers use asafoetida in trace amounts, typically in the base of compositions, to impart a savory, animalic nuance or to enhance oriental and spicy accords. It blends well with resins, woods, and certain florals, and is valued for its ability to add realism and complexity to gourmand and amber fragrances.
Similar Notes
Common Accords
Perfumes featuring Asafoetida
A selection of reviewed perfumes where Asafoetida appears prominently.
