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Dentifrice formulations with approximate percentages of ingredients.
| Ingredient | NSF dentifrice | NaF dentifrice |
|---|---|---|
| Silica | 20–30% | 20–30% |
| Sodium dodecyl sulfate | 1-2% | 1-2% |
| Glycerin | 20–30% | 20–30% |
| Carbopol + hydroxyethyl cellulose | 1-2% | 1-2% |
| Flavorizing | 0.5–1.0% | 0.5–1.0% |
| Sodium saccharin | 0.05–0.2% | 0.05–0.2% |
| Sodium fluoride | 1,200 ppm | 1,200 ppm |
| Sodium pyrophosphate | 0.25–1.0% | 0.25–1.0% |
| AgNPs | 200 ppm | 0% |
| Chitosan | 0.3–1.0% | 0% |
| Deionized water | 15–25% | 15–25% |
