| CAS# | 6485-39-8 |
| FORMULA | C12H22MnO14 |
| Synonyms | Gluconic acid, manganese salt (2:1); D-Gluconic acid, manganese complex |
| GROUPS/USES | Nutrient food supplement, Pharmaceutical supplement, |
| Markets | Food & Beverage, Personal care & Pharmaceutical |
FAQ’S
What is Manganese gluconate?
Manganese gluconate is a manganese salt of gluconic acid that appears as a slightly pink color powder that is used as a nutrient supplement in food and pharmaceuticals.
What are the uses of Manganese gluconate?
Manganese gluconate is used as a direct ingredient in food as a nutrient supplement. It is used as a supplement in pharmaceutical preparations.
What are the health risks of Manganese gluconate?
Manganese gluconate can cause serious eye irritation and may be toxic if ingested. High amounts of manganese gluconate can also cause a chemical imbalance in the brain.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Manganese gluconate to users/customers for Food & Beverage, and Personal care & Pharmaceuticals.
Manganese gluconate Specifications
Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | Slightly pink powder |
| Solubility | Very soluble in hot water and is very slightly soluble in alcohol |
| Identification | A 1:20 aqueous solution gives positive tests for Manganese |
| Assay | NLT 98.0% and NMT 102.0% |
| Arsenic | NMT 3mg/kg |
| Lead | NMT 2mg/kg |
| Reducing Substances | NMT 1.0% |
| Water | Anhydrous: Between 3.0% and 9.0%; Dihydrate: Between 6.0% and 9.0% |