(-)-Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate
| Compound Structure: |
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| Synonyms: | (-)-Epigallocatechin gallate; (-)-Epigallocatechol gallate; (2R,3R)-5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)chroman-3-yl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate;Benzoic acid, 3,4,5-trihydroxy-,(2R,3R)-3,4-dihydro-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)-2H-1-benzopyran- | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Compound ID: | NMPC-012 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Molecular Formula: | C22H18O11 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Canonical SMILES: | C1C(C(OC2=CC(=CC(=C21)O)O)C3=CC(=C(C(=C3)O)O)O)OC(=O)C4=CC(=C(C(=C4)O)O)O | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| InChIKey: | WMBWREPUVVBILR-WIYYLYMNSA-N | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| About the compound: | EGCG is one of the catechins, a type of natural phenol and antioxidant. Its structure consists of two aromatic rings (known as the A and B rings) with a dihydroxy structure in the B ring, and a gallate ester attached at the 3-position of the C ring, which is responsible for most of its antioxidant activity. EGCG is primarily found in green tea. The Camellia sinensis plant, from which green tea is derived, has a high concentration of catechins, with EGCG being the most abundant and potent among them. Smaller amounts of EGCG can also be found in other foods and plants, but green tea remains the primary source. EGCG has been researched extensively for its potential health benefits. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-cancer properties. Some studies suggest that EGCG can help increase metabolic rate in the short term, which may aid in weight loss. Due to its antioxidant properties, EGCG is also used in skincare products to protect the skin from damage and aging. Safety and Hazard GHS
Hazard Statements H302
(75%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral] H312
(25%): Harmful in contact with skin [Warning Acute toxicity, dermal] H317
(75%): May cause an allergic skin reaction [Warning Sensitization, Skin] H319
(75%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye
irritation] H401 (25%): Toxic to aquatic life [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard] H411 (75%): Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard] |
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Source: PubChem |
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| Source Species: |
Sclerocarya birrea spp caffra Talinum triangulare |