Professional Resources

Industry Organizations

Société Française des Parfumeurs - Professional association for working perfumers - Organizes annual congress and educational events - Publishes industry guidelines and standards - Membership requires professional credentials

PRODAROM - National association of fragrance producers - Based in Grasse; represents 450+ companies - Offers industry statistics and market research - Advocates for regulatory and trade issues

La Fédération des Entreprises de la Beauté (FEBEA) - Represents perfume and cosmetics companies - Provides regulatory guidance and industry advocacy - Offers sustainability initiatives and certification programs

Key Suppliers and Ingredients

Natural Raw Materials

Robertet - Historic Grasse company specializing in natural extracts - Sustainable sourcing programs worldwide - Tours available by professional arrangement

Biolandes - Leading producer of natural aromatic extracts - Pioneering work in sustainable agriculture - Educational programs on natural ingredient production

Synthetic Materials

Givaudan - World's largest fragrance company - Innovation centers open for professional visits - Extensive perfumer training programs

IFF (International Flavors & Fragrances) - Major supplier of synthetic and natural materials - Sustainability leadership in biotechnology - Professional education partnerships