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Manganese Octoate 10%

Manganese Octoate 10% is a liquid organometallic catalyst used primarily in drying agents for coatings and paints. Supplied in bulk drums for industrial applications in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number301-02-0
Chemical FormulaC32H58MnO4
AppearanceRed-brown viscous liquid
Packaging200 kg steel drums
StorageCool, dry, ventilated chemical storage away from sunlight

Manganese Octoate 10% — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameManganese Octoate 10%
CategoryPaints and Coating
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Manganese Octoate 10%

Manganese Octoate 10% is an organometallic compound widely utilized as a catalyst in the paint and coatings industry. It serves as a drying agent by accelerating the oxidative crosslinking process, improving the drying speed of alkyd and oil-based paints. The product is delivered as a 10% concentration solution in a liquid carrier, packaged in large drums suited for bulk industrial use. Handling precautions include storage in cool, ventilated environments to prevent degradation. Manganese Octoate also finds use in polymerization processes where it initiates or speeds chemical reactions involving unsaturated compounds. Its effectiveness depends strongly on correct dosage, typically regulated in parts per million to optimize curing times without overactivation. Finstar Chemicals offers reliable supply logistics to industrial and manufacturing businesses, supporting efficient procurement cycles. Buyers benefit from thorough product documentation and support for handling in tropical climates to maintain performance integrity. This product's applications extend to industries requiring controlled catalytic drying and curing stages, enhancing productivity and coating quality through precise chemical action.

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Applications

Catalyst in drying coatingsSpeeds oxidative curing of alkyd and oil-based paints by catalyzing crosslinking reactions.
Polymerization initiatorFacilitates polymer production by initiating free radical reactions in unsaturated compounds.
Additive in ink formulationsImproves drying times in solvent-based inks through catalytic oxidation.

Benefits

Accelerated drying timeManganese ions catalyze oxidation of drying oils, reducing paint drying time and increasing throughput.
Improved film hardnessCatalytic crosslinking enhances final coating hardness and solvent resistance.
Precise dosage controlSupplied at 10% concentration enables accurate blending for tailored curing rates.

Features

Standard 10% concentration gradeConsistent manganese content ensures reproducible catalytic performance in coatings.
Bulk 200 kg drumsPackaging suitable for industrial scale manufacturing and blending operations.
Full documentation availableIncludes safety data sheets and certificate of analysis upon request.

Industries Served

Coatings & PaintsUsed as a drying agent catalyst to improve curing speed and durability of industrial paints.
Polymer ManufacturingFunctions as a catalyst for polymerization and crosslinking reactions in synthetic resin production.
Ink ProductionEnhances drying kinetics in solvent-based printing inks.

Manganese Octoate 10% is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Manganese Octoate 10% is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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