Exemplar

Manganese(II) chloride tetrahydrate (MnCl₂. 4H₂O) is a pink, crystalline, and highly water-soluble inorganic compound, often used as a precursor for other manganese compounds, a catalyst in organic synthesis, and in biochemical research. It has a molar mass of 197.91 g/mol and a density of 2.01 g/cm³. It is generally used as a source of manganese ions, with applications including industrial dye, catalyst production, and MRI contrast agents.Key Properties & Information

• CAS Number: 13446-34-9
• Formula: (MnCl₂. 4H₂O)
• Appearance: Pink crystalline powder or crystals
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water.
• Density: 2.01 g/cm³
• Storage: Stable at room temperature.

Uses and Applications

• Catalyst: Used in organic synthesis, including the synthesis of dihydro-2-oxypyrrole derivatives and active manganese oxides.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a manganese source in enzyme studies and cell culture.
• MRI Enhancement: Used in manganese-enhanced MRI (MEMRI) for imaging.
• Industrial: Utilized in the preparation of dry cells, as a mordant in dyeing, and in pharmaceutical synthesis.