Description

Tris(Picolinato)Manganese(II) is a coordination complex where manganese is chelated by three picolinate ligands. This compound is valued for its role as a highly bioavailable source of manganese, an essential trace element critical for numerous enzymatic functions. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of high-performance nutritional supplements, animal feed premixes, and specialized chemical synthesis where a stable, organic-bound manganese source is required.

Application

• Nutritional Supplements: As a premium, bioavailable source of manganese in human vitamin and mineral formulations.
• Animal Nutrition: Incorporated into feed premixes for livestock, poultry, and aquaculture to support bone development, reproduction, and metabolic health.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key intermediate or catalyst in the synthesis of specific active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Research & Development: Used in biochemical and nutritional studies as a standardized manganese source.
• Food Fortification: Potential application in functional foods and beverages requiring mineral enrichment.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a catalyst or reagent in organic synthesis and materials science due to its stable coordination geometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tris(Picolinato)Manganese(II)
CAS No.	102806-99-5
Molecular Formula	C18H12MnN3O6
Molecular Weight	421.25 g/mol
Synonyms	Manganese(II) Tris(picolinate); Manganese Picolinate; Manganese Tripicolinate; Tris(2-pyridinecarboxylato)manganese; Manganese Bis(picolinate) (common misnomer); MnPic3; Manganese (2+) tris(pyridine-2-carboxylate)
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Quality Control

Our Tris(Picolinato)Manganese(II) is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for nutritional and pharmaceutical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Production can be aligned with cGMP and relevant food-grade specifications upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light pink to beige crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Mn content)	Min. 12.5%
Purity (HPLC)	Min. 98.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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