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Manganese(II) chloride

IUPAC: manganese(2+) dichloride

MnCl2 Salts CAS 7773-01-5
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Formula / NotationMnCl2
CAS Number7773-01-5
Molecular Weight125.84
Melting Point650 °C
Boiling Point1190 °C
Density2.977 @ 25 °C/4 °C
SolubilitySOLUBILITY: 151 G/100 ML WATER AT 8 °C /TETRAHYDRATE/
AppearanceDry Powder; Liquid
Also Known Asmanganese(2+) dichloride; 7773-01-5; 11132-78-8; Cl2Mn; Manganese(II)chloride; MFCD00011114; Manganese(2+);dichloride; Sacchite; MnCl2.xH2O; manganous chloride hydrate
CategorySalts

What is Manganese(II) chloride?

Manganese(II) chloride (MnCl2) is a salt that appears as Dry Powder; Liquid. It has a molecular weight of 125.84 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is manganese(2+) dichloride. Boiling point: 1190 °C. Melting point: 650 °C.

Formula & Notation

MnCl2

IUPAC Name: manganese(2+) dichloride

Other Names / Synonyms: manganese(2+) dichloride; 7773-01-5; 11132-78-8; Cl2Mn; Manganese(II)chloride; MFCD00011114; Manganese(2+);dichloride; Sacchite; MnCl2.xH2O; manganous chloride hydrate

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Dry Powder; Liquid. Molecular formula: Cl2Mn. Molecular weight: 125.84 g/mol. Boiling point: 1190 °C. Melting point: 650 °C. Density: 2.977 @ 25 °C/4 °C. Solubility: SOLUBILITY: 151 G/100 ML WATER AT 8 °C /TETRAHYDRATE/.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point650 °C
Boiling Point1190 °C
Density2.977 @ 25 °C/4 °C
Molecular Weight125.84
SolubilitySOLUBILITY: 151 G/100 ML WATER AT 8 °C /TETRAHYDRATE/
AppearanceDry Powder; Liquid

Uses & Applications

Used in food preservation, water treatment, chemical synthesis, fertilizers, and pharmaceutical applications.

Safety Information

Irritant or toxic depending on specific salt. Some salts are oxidising agents or toxic to aquatic environments. Consult SDS before use.

Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.

Key Facts

Term Manganese(II) chloride
Formula MnCl2
CAS Number 7773-01-5
Molecular Weight 125.84
Category Salts
Index All "M" terms
Synonyms manganese(2+) dichloride; 7773-01-5; 11132-78-8; Cl2Mn; Manganese(II)chloride; MFCD00011114; Manganese(2+);dichloride; Sacchite; MnCl2.xH2O; manganous chloride hydrate

Frequently Asked Questions

Manganese(II) chloride (MnCl2) is a salt that appears as Dry Powder; Liquid. It has a molecular weight of 125.84 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is manganese(2+) dichloride. Boiling point: 1190 °C. Melting point: 650 °C.

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