Saffron

At a glance

Saffron is harvested from the dried stigmas of Crocus sativus, mainly grown in Iran; its scent is a dry, warm, leathery‑spicy note with metallic and honeyed nuances, used as a trace accord in fine perfumery.

Category
⚗️ Synthetic
Origin
Crocus sativus stigmas, primarily Iran and Spain
Extraction
Solvent extraction
Chemical family
Aldehyde (safranal)
CAS number
116-26-7
Profile
Warm, leathery, hay-like spicy scent
IFRA status
Restricted, concentration limits under IFRA standards
Cost tier
High
● drafted · last checked 2026-08-26