Manganese Brown. This has a toxicity rating of B, likely due to Manganese, which is a natural drier. Not to be confused with NBr8, which is genuine Cassel Earth- PBr8 is a different pigment. The Artist's Guide to Health and Safety has more information about health issues associated with Manganese. Her updated work can be found through her site.
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Manganese Brown
PBr8
Pigment Description
Resources
PBr8 pigment data from David G. Myers, The Color of Art Pigment Database, Artiscreation.com
Stats
Toxicity
Handle as Toxic. Hazard, use more caution. Seriously avoid the dust/spraying.
See notes on PB33, Manganese Blue. We have heard that the dust is more toxic than most paintmakers have thought, though this is anecdotal. We are not toxicologists so please consult the relevant experts. The Artist's Guide to Health and Safety has more information about health issues associated with Manganese. Her updated work can be found through her site.Treat all pigments and paints with studio safety protocols.
Chemical Name
Manganic hydroxide
Dry Pigments listing PBr8
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