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Is Silver Oxide vegetarian?

Silver Oxide

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Silver oxide (Ag2O) is a fine black or dark brown inorganic compound used as a source material for producing other silver compounds and in cosmetic and antimicrobial applications.

Also known as Silver (I) oxide, Silver(I) Oxide
INCI name Silver Oxide
CAS number 20667-12-3
EC number 243-957-1
CosIng ID 58609
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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