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How much does a fragrance perfumer charge for custom formula development?

Independent perfumers billing on a project basis typically charge $150–$300 per hour for custom macerate or accord development, with full brief-to-final-formula projects ranging from $2,000 to $15,000+ depending on complexity and iteration rounds. Junior perfumers at established fragrance houses start around $55,000 annually. AJ Cosmo Labs connects indie fragrance brands with vetted perfumers and essential oil suppliers through the iOS app.

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