Press Release

Please be advised that International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE: IFF) will be holding a conference call on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time

New York, New York, April 7, 2005 -- Please be advised that International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE: IFF) will be holding a conference call on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 at 10:00 a.m., Eastern Time, to discuss the above mentioned topic. (Please dial in 5 to 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time). Teleconference dial-in numbers are:

United States: 800-811-7286
International: 913-981-4902
Reservation Number: 1304290

Playback Information

A taped replay will be available following completion of the conference call. The replay will be available beginning at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, April 27, 2005 and ending at Midnight on Wednesday, May 11. The dial-in numbers and reservation number for the replay are:

United States: 888-203-1112
International: 719-457-0820
Reservation Number: 1304290

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About IFF
IFF is a leading creator and manufacturer of flavors and fragrances used in a wide variety of consumer products--from fine fragrances and toiletries, to soaps, detergents and other household products, to beverages and food products. IFF is dedicated to The Pursuit of Excellence in every area of its business, using knowledge, creativity, innovation and technology to continually provide customers with the highest quality products and service and superior consumer understanding.

IFF has sales, manufacturing and creative facilities in 32 countries worldwide and annual sales exceeding $2.0 billion. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.iff.com.

Contact:
Investor Relations
212-708-7146
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