OlfactionaryAmbroxan
At a glance
Ambroxan is a synthetic ambergris analogue prized for its strong, long-lasting amber, woody, musky character, the enantiopure form of ambroxide. Cetalox, Firmenich's racemic version of the same base molecule, is creamier and more musk-like by comparison.
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