Manganese citrate is a source of magnesium. It can also serve as a sequestrant.

Manganese Citrate

Found In

  • Baked goods
  • Beverages
  • Dairy product analogues
  • Fish products
  • Infant formula
  • Meat products
  • Milk products
  • Poultry products

Also Known As

  • Manganese 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylate
  • Manganous citrate

The Beverage Bottom Line

Manganese citrate is authorized for use in the U.S. and Europe. Manganese citrate has not yet been evaluated for use in beverages by Health Canada.

 

This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.

International Assessments and Authorizations

U.S. Food And Drug Administration (FDA)

Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)

In 2006, dietary reference intakes for manganese were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

In 1979, manganous salts as ingredients were evaluated for health aspects.

FDA describes (a, b) nutrition facts labeling requirements.

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European Food Safety Authority (EFSA)

Safe for intended uses (nutrient, dietetic foods).

 

In 2013 and 2023, EFSA issued an opinion on dietary reference values and upper tolerable intake for manganese.

In 2009 and 2010, EFSA assessed health claims for manganese.

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Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA)

Not yet evaluated.

Health Canada

In 2006, dietary reference intakes for manganese were reviewed by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine.

This page was last updated on 6/30/2025.