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Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) inaugurated the Unilever Fragrance Hub on June 02, 2026, at the IIT Bombay campus in Mumbai. The facility is the third global hub established under Unilever’s €100 million investment programme aimed at strengthening in-house fragrance development capabilities. The hub integrates Artificial Intelligence (AI), advanced scientific research, proprietary creation software, and real-time evaluation systems to accelerate fragrance innovation. By locating the facility within a premier academic institution, HUL seeks to enhance collaboration with researchers and experts in science, technology, and data analytics. The initiative is expected to support innovation across products such as shampoos, body washes, deodorants, and laundry detergents.