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Product Name: Manganese Gluconate
Chemical Formula: C12H22MnO14
CAS Number: 6485-39-8
Recommended Use: Dietary supplement, food additive, micronutrient
Manufacturer/Supplier: Chemical processing or distribution companies in food and pharmaceutical industries
Contact Information: Refer to supplier
Emergency Contact Number: Refer to local poison control center or emergency services
Synonyms: Manganese(II) gluconate, Gluconic acid manganese salt
Description: White to pale pink crystalline powder, odorless, with a slightly sweet aftertaste.
GHS Classification: Not classified as dangerous under GHS regulations for most routine handling
Potential Health Effects: May cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract, large doses can cause nausea, vomiting, neurological effects, and weakness
Label Elements: No pictogram required for non-industrial exposure; warning about prolonged or repeated contact
Signal Word: Caution
Hazard Statements: May cause mild irritation to skin and eyes, excessive inhalation can cause lung irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, avoid contact with eyes, wear suitable protective clothing
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Target Organs: Lungs, nervous system
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Main Ingredient: Manganese Gluconate
Concentration: Typically >97%
Manganese Content: About 9% by weight
Impurities: Trace heavy metals (usually below regulatory limits), water of crystallization
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air, loosen tight clothing, seek medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of water and mild soap, remove contaminated clothing, consult doctor if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of running water while keeping eyes wide open for at least 15 minutes, seek medical help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water to dilute, consult physician promptly if large quantity ingested
Specific Treatments: No known specific antidote, symptomatic treatment advised
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Media: None known for this compound
Special Hazards: Product does not burn by itself; toxic fumes like carbon oxides and manganese oxides may form if involved in fire
Protective Equipment: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing
Firefighting Advice: Prevent runoff from entering drains or surface water
Thermal Decomposition: Releases carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, manganese oxides
Personal Precautions: Use approved mask, gloves, protective goggles, avoid breathing dust, avoid skin contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent powder from entering drains, sewers, or waterways, minimize area contamination
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or vacuum up, avoiding generating dust, place in suitable, labeled waste containers
Decontamination: Clean area with water, collect washings for proper disposal, ventilate area to clear dust
Disposal: See section on Disposal Considerations for guidance
Handling: Avoid dust generation, avoid inhaling dust, wash hands after handling, use with good ventilation
Technical Measures: Use local exhaust, handle in dedicated area with proper PPE
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat or ignition sources
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents
Packaging: Polyethylene or fiber drums with inner liner or sealed plastic bags, clearly labeled
Hygiene: No eating, drinking, or smoking in area where compound is used or stored
Stability During Storage: Stable under recommended storage conditions, keep container closed to avoid moisture uptake
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits
Respiratory Protection: Use a dust mask for small scale, a full-face respirator for heavy exposure
Hand Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves like nitrile or neoprene
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Protective clothing, lab coat or overall
Occupational Exposure Limits: Manganese compounds (as Mn): 0.2 mg/m³ (OSHA PEL)
Environmental Exposure Controls: Do not allow product to enter drains or water bodies
Personal Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing right away
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: White to pale pink powder or crystals
Odor: Odorless
pH (1% Solution): 5.5–7.5
Melting Point: Begins to decompose above 180°C
Solubility in Water: Freely soluble
Bulk Density: Around 0.4–0.7 g/cm³
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Vapor Pressure: Not relevant for solid
Molecular Weight: 445.23 g/mol
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not established
Decomposition Products: Possible release of manganese oxides, carbon dioxide upon strong heating
Other Properties: Stable under recommended storage, non-reactive with common packaging materials
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal operating and storage conditions
Reactivity: Not known to be reactive with air, common organic solvents, or mild acids/bases
Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: May yield toxic manganese oxides, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide on thermal decomposition
Polymerization: No known conditions leading to hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive moisture, elevated temperatures, contact with incompatible materials
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, eye and skin contact
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) estimated greater than 2,000 mg/kg
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated inhalation of manganese dust may cause nervous system impacts (manganism)
Inhalation Effects: Dust inhalation can irritate nasal passages, throat, and lungs, coughing as a typical symptom
Ingestion Effects: Overdose by mouth can trigger nausea, vomiting, metallic taste, and abdominal discomfort
Skin/Eye Effects: Possible mild irritation on contact
Sensitization: None reported
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP, IARC, OSHA
Reproductive Effects: No adverse reproductive effects reported at levels below occupational exposure limits
Additional Data: Occupational long-term heavy exposure to manganese (any form) can impair motor control
Ecotoxicity: Manganese is an essential micronutrient for plant growth in small amounts, may be toxic to aquatic life at high concentrations
Aquatic Toxicity: Not expected to pose acute hazard in normal usage; chronic effects possible in watercourses with persistent high levels
Environmental Fate: Stable, persists in soil as manganese compounds; not volatile
Bioaccumulation: Unlikely to bioaccumulate; tends to bind to soil particles or settle out in sediment
Soil Mobility: Low mobility, binds to organic matter and clay
Persistence and Degradability: Not easily degraded, undergoes slow transformation in soil and water
Other Information: Prevent entry of product in bulk quantities into watercourses due to risk to aquatic organisms
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of by landfilling or controlled incineration, following local, regional, and national regulations
Product Disposal: Avoid disposal in drains; solid waste landfill or permitted waste facility preferred
Contaminated Packaging: Wash used packaging before recycling or disposal, comply with local waste procedures
Recycling: Possible after thorough cleaning, when appropriate, for packaging only
Precautions: Prevent large quantities from becoming airborne and entering natural water
Special Considerations: Avoid creation of dust during disposal
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Proper Shipping Name: Manganese gluconate
Packing Group: Not assigned
Labeling Requirements: None for non-hazardous products
Special Precautions for Transport: Avoid spillage, keep containers tightly closed and upright, prevent tearing of bags or drums
Other Details: Comply with all regulations concerning transportation, shipment paperwork, and carrier restrictions
Inventory Status: Listed on US TSCA, EU EINECS, Canadian DSL, Australian AICS
Regulatory Controls: Subject to general workplace safety regulations; not listed on schedules for specific hazardous chemicals
OSHA Regulatory Status: Not hazardous under OSHA definitions
EPA Regulations: Not designated as a hazardous waste under RCRA; disposal must comply with local requirements
Workplace Controls: Respiratory and exposure controls follow ACGIH manganese exposure limit
Other Regulations: Product intended for use in feed/food/pharmaceuticals must meet purity and labeling requirements as directed by FDA, EFSA, or relevant agency
Labelling Requirements: Name and content declaration for regulated food or drug use
International Compliance: Compliant with international chemical safety and transport regulations for general commerce
