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Manganese(II) chloride tetrahydrate
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Manganese(II) chloride tetrahydrate is a hydrated inorganic salt used in catalysis, laboratory reagents, and as a source of manganese ions in chemical synthesis. It is also employed in battery manufacturing, textile dyeing, natural gas purification, and making driers for linseed oil. It appears as pale pink crystals and is soluble in water. Available in high purity with a molecular weight of 197.90 g/mol, CAS number 13446-34-9, and stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Manganese(II) chloride tetrahydrate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — £62.00 per pack ex VAT · £74.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Peach red/ light red crystal or powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99% |
| Water insoluble matter | ≤1.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.01% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤0.01% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 58 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 643989 (PAC Chemical Database)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15731101 |
| CAS Number | 13446-34-9 |
| IUPAC Name | dichloromanganese;tetrahydrate |
| Molecular Formula | MnCl2·4H2O |
| Molecular Weight | 197.90 |
| Exact Mass | 196.918 |
| SMILES | O.O.O.O.Cl[Mn]Cl |
| InChIKey | CNFDGXZLMLFIJV-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2ClH.Mn.4H2O/h2*1H;;4*1H2/q;;+2;;;;/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 643989 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 28273985 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H373 May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- dichloromanganese;tetrahydrate
- Lumenhance
- Lumenhance (TN)
- Manganese chloride (MnCl2), tetrahydrate
- Manganese chloride in plastic container
- Manganese chloride tetrahydrate
- Manganese dichloride tetrahydrate
- Manganese(2+) chloride tetrahydrate
- Manganous chloride tetrahydrate
- MnCl2.4H2O
Frequently asked questions
What is manganese(II) chloride tetrahydrate used for?
It is commonly used as a catalyst in organic synthesis and as a source of manganese in laboratory and industrial applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is MnCl2·4H2O with a molecular weight of 197.90 g/mol.
How should it be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in laboratory grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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