HC Deb 04 May 1977 vol 931 c177W
Mr. Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will list the uses of ambergris for which there is no known substitute.

Mr. Cryer

A derivative of ambergris is used in the perfumery industry as a fixative for delicate scents. Substitutes for ambergris are available, but the natural product is preferred by manufacturers of high quality perfumes.