Synonyms: (-)-Epicatechin; (-)-cis-3,3',4',5,7-Pentahydroxyflavane; (2R,3R)-2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-1(2H)-benzopyran-3,5,7-triol
CAS Number: 490-46-0
Formula: C15H14O6
Formula Weight: 290.27
Linear Formula: C15H14O6
MDL No.: MFCD00075648
Melting Point: 240 C (dec.) (lit.)
Storage: -20C
Beilstein Registry Number: 92760
EC Number: 207-710-1
UNSPSC Code: 85151701
General description: Produced and qualified by HWI Analytik Exact content by quantitative NMR can be found on the certificate
General description: Epicatechin is a potential antioxidant flavonoid, which belongs to the catechin family. It is commonly found in monomeric or/and oligomeric forms in green teas, red wine, cocoa products, and various fruits like grape seeds.
Application: Reference Standard in the analysis of herbal medicinal products
RTECS: KB3745000
RIDADR: NONH for all modes of transport
WGK Germany: 3
R Codes: 36/37/38
S Codes: 26
IOD Codes: Xi
Symbol: GHS07
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: H315-H319-H335
Precautionary statements: P261-P305 + P351 + P338