Manganese(II) chloride is used in formation of an active Mn(0) species useful for radical cyclization reactions. It is used as catalyst, raw material for paint drier and antiknock agent for gasoline. It is also used in the production of pigments, dyes, car batteries, chemical reagents and trace elements.

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