Manganese Violet

AKA: Ammonium manganese(3+) diphosphate, Diphosphoric acid, Ammonium manganese(3+) salt (1:1:1), MINERAL VIOLET, MANGO VIOLET, NUREMBERG VIOLET, C.I. 77742, MANGANESE VIOLET [INCI]
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Colorant
Synthetic
Clean
OriginManganese violet is synthesized from manganese salts and phosphoric acid through chemical oxidation and precipitation reactions. The compound is produced by controlled oxidation of manganese compounds to form the stable purple pigment.
Manganese Violet is a cosmetic ingredient. Also known as Ammonium manganese(3+) diphosphate. Rated low hazard by EWG.
Formula
H4MnNO7P2
Mol. Weight
246.92
CAS #
10101-66-3
Form
Powder
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Cosmetic Colorant
Gives the product its color. Purely aesthetic — makes the formula look good in the jar but does nothing for your skin.
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EWG
1
CIR
Insufficient
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory Status
USAunder review
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR