Woodleather™ (Leather Accord)

Woodleather™ is a modern, sophisticated leather accord developed by Givaudan, designed to evoke the rugged richness of leather while incorporating the depth and texture of dry woods. With its smoky, woody-animalic profile, Woodleather™ blends the powerful, masculine qualities of birch tar-like leather with the refined elegance of dry, resinous woods—creating an intense yet smooth base that is both primal and polished. It offers notes of charred bark, suede, and slightly burnt resin, with a subtle, smoky warmth that adds structure and gravitas to oriental, woody, and fougère compositions.

History & Production: As a proprietary captive molecule created by Givaudan, Woodleather™ was designed to offer the olfactive impact of traditional leather ingredients—like birch tar and castoreum—without the regulatory restrictions or animal-derived materials. It provides excellent tenacity and a diffusive, long-lasting trail, making it an ideal base note for bold, modern perfumery. Often used to give fragrances a dark, sensual edge, Woodleather™ pairs beautifully with saffron, oud, patchouli, and amber, and is especially popular in avant-garde niche and masculine-oriented fragrances. It embodies the tension between nature and refinement—rawhide and polished wood—bringing depth, strength, and unmistakable character.