Description

Manganese Chloride Tetrahydrate CAS NO 13446-34-9 is an essential inorganic salt and a vital source of manganese(II) ions. This compound is critical for numerous industrial and research processes where a soluble, bioavailable form of manganese is required. It is widely utilized in sectors such as agriculture, chemical synthesis, and nutritional supplement manufacturing.

Application

• Agricultural Micronutrient: A key component in liquid fertilizers and soil amendments to correct manganese deficiency in crops.
• Animal Nutrition: Used as a trace mineral supplement in feed premixes to support animal health and metabolic functions.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor and catalyst in organic synthesis and the production of other manganese compounds.
• Electrolyte Production: An important raw material in the formulation of electrolytes for dry-cell batteries and other electrochemical applications.
• Ceramic & Glass Industry: Acts as a colorant and decolorizing agent in the manufacture of ceramics, glass, and bricks.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed as an analytical reagent and standard in various chemical and biological research laboratories.
• Water Treatment: Used in certain oxidation processes and as a micronutrient in wastewater treatment.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Manganese Chloride Tetrahydrate
CAS No.	13446-34-9
Molecular Formula	MnCl₂·4H₂O
Molecular Weight	197.91 g/mol
Synonyms	Manganese(II) chloride tetrahydrate; Manganous chloride tetrahydrate; Manganese dichloride tetrahydrate; Tetrachloromanganese tetrahydrate; Manganese chloride (MnCl2) tetrahydrate; Manganese chloride 4-hydrate; CAS 13446-34-9
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Quality Control

Our Manganese Chloride Tetrahydrate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a sealed container to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale pink crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (MnCl₂·4H₂O)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% solution)	3.0 - 5.5
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.01 %
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.005 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.