Manganese Acetate CAS 638-38-0: Comprehensive User Guide
Table of Contents
1. Product Overview & Specifications
Manganese Acetate Tetrahydrate (CAS 638-38-0) is a versatile inorganic compound with formula Mn(CH₃COO)₂·4H₂O. Key parameters:
Parameter | Specification |
---|---|
CAS Number | 638-38-0 |
Molecular Weight | 245.09 g/mol |
Appearance | Pale pink crystalline powder |
Purity Grade | Industrial (≥98%), Reagent (≥99.5%) |
Solubility | Water: 620 g/L (20°C), Ethanol: Slightly soluble |
2. Key Applications & Industrial Uses
Core Functional Areas:
- Catalyst Production: Oxidation catalyst in PET plastic manufacturing
- Ceramic Industry: Precursor for manganese oxide pigments in glazes
- Textile Processing: Mordant for cotton dyeing processes
- Animal Nutrition: Essential manganese source in feed additives
Technical Advantages:
- Superior thermal stability (decomposition at 230°C)
- Low heavy metal contamination (Pb < 0.001%)
- pH adaptability (effective in solutions 3.5-8.0)
3. Performance Comparison with Alternative Manganese Salts
Property | Manganese Acetate | Manganese Sulfate | Manganese Chloride |
---|---|---|---|
Corrosivity | Low | Moderate | High |
Bioavailability | 92-95% | 88-90% | 82-85% |
Catalytic Efficiency | 1.8× baseline | 1.2× | 1.0× |
4. Implementation Case Studies
Case A: Polyester Fiber Production
Challenge: Reduce yellowing in high-speed PET production lines
Solution: 0.05% manganese acetate catalyst loading
Outcome: 18% increase in production speed with L* whiteness >92
Case B: Ceramic Tile Manufacturing
Challenge: Achieve consistent terracotta coloration
Solution: 2.5% glaze formulation additive
Outcome: ΔE color variation <0.8 across production batches
5. Verified Customer Success Stories
Customer 1: Specialty Chemicals Manufacturer (Germany)
- Application: Automotive paint drier additive
- Consumption: 12 MT/month
- Result: 40% reduction in paint curing time at 80°C
Customer 2: Animal Feed Producer (USA)
- Application: Premix formulation for poultry
- Dosage: 180g/ton feed
- Result: 15% improvement in eggshell thickness
6. Technical Consultation & Ordering
Our technical team provides:
- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
- Custom particle size distribution (10-200μm)
- Bulk packaging solutions (25kg drums to 1MT containers)
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