Manganese Octoate is a metal drier used to accelerate the drying of alkyd-based paints and coatings. It is an organic manganese compound dissolved in mineral spirits or other solvents.
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Liquid
C16H30MnO4
~400?500 g/mol (varies by formulation)
Limited global suppliers; performance affected by storage
Provides paint-grade catalyst with specified metal content (6?10%); secure packaging and performance-based batches.
Paints & Coatings: Used as a primary or auxiliary drier in alkyd and oleoresinous systems. Printing Inks: Speeds up drying of inks. Industrial Coatings: Enhances film hardness and color development.
