odorizers

Fragrance-adding devices

Odorizers are substances added to odorless gases to give them a detectable smell, primarily for safety.

Natural gas and propane are naturally scentless, so utility companies add compounds like mercaptan to help people detect leaks: The rotten-egg smell in natural gas comes from odorizers.

The term also applies to devices that dispense fragrances into spaces.

fragrance

perfume

Fragrant liquid for wearing

  • cologneLight men's fragrance
  • scentAirborne odor detected
  • aromaPleasant distinctive smell

essence · bouquet · attar · eau de toilette · incense · potpourri · sachet · air freshener · reed diffuser · essential oil

freshening

neutralize

Cancel an effect

aerate · spritz · spray · mist · mask · cover · absorb · baking soda · charcoal · zeolite

industrial

natural gas

Subterranean hydrocarbon fuel

utility

Opposites
scent addition vs removal

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Agents that remove odors

deodorants · air purifiers · activated charcoal · baking soda · air fresheners

Family

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G