Skip to content

Skin Conditioning

MANGANESE CHLORIDE

CAS 7773-01-5 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Manganese chloride — a soluble Mn(II) salt occasionally used in trace-mineral cosmetics. Manganese is a known neurotoxin at chronic high exposure; cosmetic use is restricted and minor. Orange-tier overall.

Skin benefits

  • Trace mineral — supports certain enzymatic skin pathways
  • Used in mineral cosmetics as a Mn source

Known concerns

  • Acute oral/inhalation toxicity
  • Manganese is a known neurotoxin with chronic high exposure
  • Eye irritant
  • EU SCCS-restricted in cosmetics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related skin conditionings

Check your shelf

Find MANGANESE CHLORIDE in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains MANGANESE CHLORIDE and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.