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Is Stannous Fluoride vegetarian?

Stannous Fluoride

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Stannous fluoride (tin(II) fluoride) is an inorganic compound with the formula SnF2. It is a colourless solid used as an active ingredient in toothpastes for its anticaries and antibacterial properties.

Also known as SnF2, Tin difluoride, Tin(II) fluoride
INCI name Stannous Fluoride
CAS number 7783-47-3
EC number 231-999-3
CosIng ID 38231
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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