Epigallocatechin Gallate
Molecular Formula
C22H18O11
M.W.
458.40
CAS number
989-51-5
Source
Extracted from Green Tea (leaves)
Fermentek product Code
EPG-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to Beige lyophilized powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10 mg/ml H2O
Names and identifiers

RTECS KB5200000

EU number
619-381-5
Chemical name
[(2R,3R)-5,7-dihydroxy-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-3-yl] 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate
Description

Epigallocatechin is a phenolic antioxidant found in a number of plants such as green and black tea.
Epigallocatechin inhibits cellular oxidation and prevents free radical damage to cells. 

 

InChl Key
WMBWREPUVVBILR-WIYYLYMNSA-N
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
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@H]([C@H](OC2=CC(=CC(=C21)O)O)C3=CC(=C(C(=C3)O)O)O)OC(=O)C4=CC(=C(C(=C4)O)O)O
Compound Classification

- Antioxidant

- Potential cancer-preventive agent. 

- Inhibitor of Telomerase

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from light !
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Epigallocatechin is being studied as a potential cancer chemo preventive agent.

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since