Press Release

Please be advised that International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE: IFF), will be holding a conference call on Thursday, October 28, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time

New York, New York, October 6, 2004 --- Please be advised that International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. (NYSE: IFF), will be holding a conference call on Thursday, October 28, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss the 3rd quarter 2004 earnings. (Please dial in 5 to 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time).

Teleconference dial-in numbers are:

United States: 888-202-2422
International: 913-981-5592
Reservation Number: 953954

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 Thursday, October 28, 2004 and ending at Midnight on Thursday, November 11. The dial-in numbers and reservation number for the replay are:

United States: 888-203-1112
International: 719-457-0820
Reservation Number: 953954

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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 34 countries worldwide and annual sales exceeding $1.9 billion. For more information, please visit our Web site at www.iff.com.

Contact:
Investor Relations
212-708-7146