Product Description:
Manganese(IV) oxide is a black or brown solid commonly used as a catalyst and in the production of batteries.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
1313-13-9
SYNONYM:
Manganese dioxide;Manganese peroxide;Manganese superoxide
FORMULA:
MnO2
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Irritant
CATEGORIES:
Raw Material
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Petrochemistry
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Specialty Chemicals
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Refractory
Manganese(IV) oxide, commonly known as manganese dioxide, is an inorganic compound that appears as a black or brown solid readily used in various industrial and scientific applications. With its characteristic ability to act as an oxidizing agent, this compound plays a crucial role in the manufacturing of batteries, particularly alkaline and zinc-carbon batteries, where it serves as a key cathode material to facilitate and control the flow of electric charge. Furthermore, manganese(IV) oxide is employed as a pigment due to its stable coloration and is also a significant precursor in the production of potassium permanganate, a powerful oxidation-reduction reagent. Its catalytic properties make it valuable in organic synthesis, including the oxidation of allylic alcohols. In addition, it is used in the glass and ceramics industry to remove the greenish tint caused by iron impurities. As a versatile material, manganese(IV) oxide is indispensable for various chemical processes, offering reliability and efficiency in multiple industrial sectors.