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Did you know that the sensory magic behind many global brands dates back as early 18th century?

Founded in 1796 Lyon, France, Givaudan is oldest fragrance house world. It started as a tannery run by the Chuit family, who later joined forces with Leon Givaudan, a passionate chemist. It was Leon's innovative mind that took the aroma business in a whole new direction, thus resulting in the creation of Givaudan's first proprietary fragrance. In 1937, the fragrance house produced the world's first commercial shampoo, quickly making it a household name across continents. Givaudan expanded its sensory journey by creating flavors in 1946, a venture that quickly became a significant part of their business. Their flagship creations include famous perfumes like Shalimar by Guerlain, Opium by Yves Saint Laurent, and Poison by Christian Dior. Givaudan's expertise also extends to food and beverage flavors that touch nearly two billion consumers every day. A household name worldwide, Givaudan's influence is not just long but wide, making it truly one of history's most intriguing brands.

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