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The "formate" in the ingredient's name comes from formic acid, which was first isolated from ants (formica in Latin).
Perfumers use citronellyl formate to create characteristic tropical notes in summer fragrances, transporting us mentally to exotic destinations.
Bees collect nectar containing natural citronellyl formate from various flowers, contributing to the complex aroma of the honey they produce. As a result, we enjoy this ingredient at breakfast without even knowing it!
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