Manganese Citrate can be used as a dietary supplement and as a nutrient. Manganese is important in the breakdown of amino acids and the production of energy. It activates various enzymes for proper digestion and utilization of foods. Manganese also helps nourish the nerves and brain and is necessary for normal skeletal development.

Chemical Data

Chemical Formula

Mn₃(C₆H₅O₇)₂· 10H₂O

CAS Number

10024-66-5

Molecular Weight

723.17

Use

Nutrient; Dietary Supplement

Description

Pale pink powder; must match reference standard

Containers

25 kg / 50 lb. box/bag/drums; 500 kilogram bag

Storage

Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers

Chemical Specifications

FCC Powder
Code10501

Identification

Test Manganese 

To Pass Test

Test Citrate 

To Pass Test

Assay (dry basis)

96.5 - 104.8%

LOD

23.0 - 26.0%

Sulfate

0.02% max

Lead

2 ppm max

Cadmium

5 ppm max

Arsenic

3 ppm max

Particle Size
30 Mesh
70 Mesh

100 %through
> 90% through

Manganese Content
Anhydrous Basis
Decahydrate Basis

29.3 - 31.8%
22.0 - 23.9%

Bulk density

According to Customer Requirements

Particle Size

According to Customer Requirements

Microbial limits
Total Plate Count               NMT 1000cfu/g      E. Coli                                  Negative
Total Molds And Yeasts    NMT 300cfu/g        Salmonella                         Negative
Total Coliform Count         NMT 10cfu/g          Staphylococcus Aureus    Negative