The term 'SCENTING SUBSTANCE' can be solved by the crossword solution 'ODORANT' (7 letters). An odorant is a chemical substance that has a smell or odor. Odorants are used in a variety of products, such as perfumes, air fresheners, and cleaning products. They are also used to detect and identify certain substances, such as explosives and drugs. Odorants are typically volatile organic compounds, which means they evaporate quickly and can be detected by the human nose.