Doc:FL63AG
From Metabolomics.JP
Gallocatechins refer to a subgroup of Flavan 3-ol derivatives (FL63AG). Compared to catechins, they have an additional phenolic hydroxyl group. Catechin gallates are gallic acid esters of the catechins, and (-)-Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the most abundant catechin in green tea (but not in black tea).
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Name | (+)-Gallocatechin or D-Gallocatechin |
(-)-Epigallocatechin or L-Epigallocatechin |
(+)-Gallocatechin gallate or GCG | (-)-Epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG |
B-ring stereo | ↓ | ↓ | ↓ | ↓ |
3-Hydroxyl stereo | ↑ | ↓ | ↑ | ↓ |