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Is Manganese Dioxide vegetarian?

Manganese Dioxide

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Manganese Dioxide is an inorganic compound with the formula MnO2, occurring naturally as the mineral pyrolusite; it is used in batteries, as a pigment, and as a precursor to other manganese compounds.

INCI name Manganese Dioxide
CAS number 1313-13-9
EC number 215-202-6
CosIng ID 57688
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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