Black currant concrete

Black currant concrete (CAS 68606-81-5), also known as Ribes nigrum ext., is a waxy aromatic extract obtained from black currant buds or berries through solvent extraction. It captures the characteristic tart, fruity, and green-catty profile of the plant in a concentrated, stable form.

Perfumers and flavorists source it as a natural raw material for authentic black currant character in finished formulations. In fine fragrance, the concrete contributes the distinctive cassis note, a complex green and slightly sulfurous facet.

This profile is difficult to replicate synthetically at the same depth and complexity. Flavor houses use it to build natural black currant profiles in confectionery, beverages, and fruit preparations where label-friendly sourcing is a priority.

In personal care, it appears in premium skin care and hair care products positioned around berry-derived botanicals. Cosmetic formulators also incorporate it into lip and body products requiring a natural fragrance component with botanical origin claims.

Black currant concrete is supplied as a waxy to semi-solid mass, typically dark in color. It is available in small to bulk quantities depending on harvest yield and season, ensuring flexibility for various manufacturing scales.

Natural extract grades are standard; absolute derived from the concrete is also commercially available for applications requiring a more fluid, solvent-free form. Supply volumes can vary year to year given its dependence on agricultural sourcing.