Understanding Manganese(II) Gluconate Dihydrate
Manganese(II) Gluconate Dihydrate, CAS 59625-89-7, is a chemical compound that serves as a dietary supplement and a source of manganese, an essential trace mineral. Chemically, it is the manganese salt of gluconic acid, and it typically appears as a light pink to pale yellow powder. The “dihydrate” part of its name indicates that each molecule of manganese gluconate is associated with two molecules of water. This compound is often used in nutritional supplements to address manganese deficiencies in the human body.