AWAFI MILL Jund Bedastar 100g | Castoreum | Beaver Scent

Also Known As: Castoreum, Jund Bedastar, Khusia al-Bahr, Bibergeil, Ash Sage Abi, Gindha, Musk of the Beaver.

Zoological Origin: Castor fiber. Castoreum is a natural aromatic substance obtained from the castor sacs of beavers. These paired scent glands are found in both male and female beavers.

Origin and Natural Composition: Castoreum is an animal-derived aromatic material rather than a botanical product. Its distinctive composition is influenced by the beaver's natural diet, which includes the bark and leaves of willow, birch and aspen trees.

Sensory Profile: In its raw, dried form, Castoreum has a strong, pungent, animalic aroma. When aged or used in perfumery compositions, it develops warm, leathery, smoky and woody notes, with subtle tobacco-like and balsamic undertones.

Physical Characteristics: Dried Castoreum sacs are typically dark brown to nearly black, with a pear-shaped appearance. The dried exterior becomes firm and resinous, while the interior has a waxy, crumbly texture.

Historical Context: Castoreum has a long history of use in traditional perfumery and historical trade. It was valued for its distinctive animalic fragrance, leather-like aroma and ability to add depth and lasting character to perfume compositions. It is also known in traditional Unani literature as Jund Bedastar.

How to Use: Historically, dried Castoreum was processed into smaller pieces or powder for specialized aromatic applications. In traditional perfumery, it has been used as a fragrance ingredient to create leather-like accords and add warm, smoky character to complex scent compositions. Modern perfumery may use synthetic or alternative materials instead of animal-derived Castoreum.