Fresheners
Fresheners are consumer products designed to improve indoor and vehicle air quality by releasing fragrance compounds into the air and, in some cases, by neutralizing odors. They are used to mitigate smells from cooking, smoke, pets, mold, and dampness, and are common in homes, offices, cars, bathrooms, and other enclosed spaces.
Common formats include aerosol sprays, plug-in electric diffusers, gel or solid dispensers, reed or wick diffusers,
Most fresheners rely on fragrances composed of synthetic or natural aroma chemicals, along with solvents, carriers,
Safety and environmental considerations include potential respiratory irritation from volatile organic compounds, allergens, and, historically, phthalates
Market trends include a shift toward low-VOC and natural options, such as essential-oil diffusers and activated