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Is Copper Usnate vegetarian?

Copper Usnate

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Copper Usnate is the copper salt of usnic acid, a compound derived from lichens, used for its antimicrobial properties.

Also known as 1,3-(2H,9bh)-Dibenzofurandione, 2,6-diacetyl-7,9-dihydroxy-8,9b-dimethyl-, copper salt
INCI name Copper Usnate
CAS number 94246-73-8
EC number 304-146-9
CosIng ID 33032
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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