Black Agar Givco 215 5

Black Agar Givco 215 is a Givaudan (Givco) speciality base inspired by the distinctive character of natural agarwood (oud), reinterpreted in a softer, more versatile form.

Designed to bring depth, richness, and sophistication, this material enhances a wide range of accords including woody, amber, and chypre structures.

It performs beautifully across the entire fragrance pyramid, contributing impact from the top notes through to the dry-down.

Oud, also known as agarwood or aloeswood, is one of the most prized materials in perfumery.

When the wood becomes infected by specific fungi, it produces a dark, resinous material with a complex, woody, and balsamic aroma.

Due to its rarity and cost, natural oud is often inaccessible.

Black Agar Givco 215 captures the essence of this treasured material with remarkable fidelity, offering deep woody and resinous facets enhanced by subtle fruity and cashmeran-like nuances.

The result is a vibrant, tenacious ingredient with a dark, memorable character, particularly well suited to modern masculine compositions.

It delivers a magnificent olfactory experience that rivals and, in many applications, outperforms the renowned Oud Synthetic from Firmenich.

Exceptionally versatile, Black Agar Givco blends especially well with sandalwood and rose materials. When paired with rose bases such as Bulgarian Rose Replacer, it creates a rich and captivating contrast that elevates both floral and woody accords.

Often used as a high-quality alternative to natural oud, Black Agar Givco 215 is nonetheless difficult to source and frequently out of stock, making it a highly sought after and valuable addition to any serious perfumer’s palette.

Product specification.

CAS No: 32388-55-9, 5989-27-5, 103-41-3, 5595-79-9
Odour description (decreasing): Woody, Vetiver, Sweet, Balsamic, Animal, Earthy, Amber, Spicy, Smokey
Odour Strength: Medium
Usage: Effective from the smallest traces through to 5%
Solvent: DPG to give a 5% solution of Black Agar Givco 215
Synonyms: Black Agar, Black Agar Givco
IFRA: 

Signal word: Danger

Contains: 2,6,6,8-Tetramethyl-9-Acetyl-Tricyclo{5.3.1.0(1,5)}Undec-8-Ene, (R)-P-Mentha-1,8-Diene], 2-PROPENOIC ACID, 3-PHENYL-,PHENYLMETHYL ESTER, 2-ETHOXY-4-(METHOXYME THYL)PHENOL

Hazard statements:

• H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
• H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statements:

• P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P273 Avoid release to the environment.
• P280 Wear protective gloves.
• P315 Get immediate medical advice/attention.
• P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P333+P313 If skin irritation or a rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Professional/Industrial use only.