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[podcast] Talking Iberchem's Leadership in Flavor and Fragrance with Sara Saad

Sep 8th, 2025

Iberchem is a leading fragrance manufacturer specializing in the creation of fragrances for fine fragrances, personal care, home care, fabric care and air care products.

Iberchem is a leading fragrance manufacturer specializing in the creation of fragrances for fine fragrances, personal care, home care, fabric care and air care products.

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In this episode, associate managing editor Emily Little spoke with Sara Saad,Sara Saad, commercial director, IberchemCourtesy of Iberchem commercial director for Iberchem. They spoke about Sara's new role in the company and how Iberchem stays agile and responsive to changes in the market. Iberchem remains committed to innovation and sustainability, and hopes to continue building customer relationships grounded in those principles.

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