Description

Manganese(II) Citrate is a vital coordination compound that serves as a highly bioavailable source of the essential trace element manganese. This compound is critical for ensuring consistent quality and performance in applications where precise metal ion delivery and stability are paramount. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food fortification, and industrial catalyst sectors.

Application

• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Used as a bioavailable manganese source in vitamin/mineral premixes, tablets, and capsules to support bone health and metabolic enzyme function.
• Food & Beverage Fortification: Incorporated into food-grade products, such as infant formula and nutritional beverages, to meet recommended dietary allowances.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor or active ingredient component in specific pharmaceutical formulations requiring manganese.
• Industrial Catalysts & Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in various organic synthesis and oxidation processes.
• Agricultural & Animal Nutrition: Utilized in feed-grade additives to prevent manganese deficiency in livestock and promote healthy growth.
• Laboratory & Research Reagents: Employed in biochemical research and analytical chemistry as a standard or reagent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Manganese(II) Citrate
CAS No.	10024-66-5
Molecular Formula	C6H6MnO7 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	245.02 g/mol (Anhydrous)
Synonyms	Manganese Citrate; Manganous Citrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, manganese(2+) salt; Citric Acid Manganese Salt; Manganese Dicitrate; Tris(citrato)manganate
EINECS	233-057-4

Quality Control

Our Manganese(II) Citrate is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and heavy metal content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting results for key parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent caking and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale pink to white powder
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Mn content)	≥ 22.0 %
pH (5% solution)	4.0 - 6.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 12.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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