Abstract: The device dispenses a dose of material, such as a perfume or deodorant, automatically on closing a door. A storage container for the material connects with a dosing compartment and an actuator releases the contents of the dosing compartment to the surroundings. A valve allows communication between the dosing compartment and the surroundings and is actuated by a holder for the container which is adapted to be fixed to the door or a jamb thereof. The holder has an arm extending radially and being hinged biasedly at a median point. A furthermost portion of the arm is adapted to contact the container or the valve to actuate the valve when the hinged portion of the arm is compressed by a gap between the door and the jamb thereof.