Manganese Sulfate Monohydrate USP/EP Low HM Powder
Jost Code: 2583
Synonyms: manganese (II) sulfate monohydrate
Manganese Sulfate 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. Product specifications, SDSs and certifications are available under Additional Information.
Chemical Formula
MnSO4 · H2O
CAS Number
10034-96-5
Molecular Weight
169.01
Use
Nutrient; Dietary Ingredient
Description
Pale pink fine powder
Containers
50 kg. / 110 lb. fiber drums; 25 kilogram packs EU only
Storage
Store in a clean, dry warehouse in the original unopened containers.
Revision Date
11/02/2009
Identification
Manganese
Positive
Sulfate
Positive
LOI
10.0 - 12.0%
Appearance of Solution
Pass
Assay USP
98.0 - 102.0%
Assay EP
99.0 - 101.0%
LOI
10.0 - 12.0%
Heavy Metals
20 ppm maximum
Lead (Pb)
1 ppm maximum
Arsenic (As)
1 ppm maximum
Cadmium (Cd)
1 ppm maximum
Mercury (Hg)
0.1 ppm maximum
Chlorides
100 ppm maximum
Iron
10 ppm maximum
Zinc
50 ppm maximum
Substances not precipitated by ammonium sulfide
0.5% maximum
Residual Solvents
Conforms to USP
Microbial Test Results
Aerobic Plate Count
1000 cfu / gram maximum
Yeast and Mold Count
100 cfu / gram maximum
Total Coliforms
Negative
Manganese Content
Anhydrous Basis
36.0 - 36.8 %
Monohydrate Basis (As Is)
32.2 - 32.8%
