(-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG)

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SKU:: 274768
Molecular Weight:: 458.37
Purity:: ≥95%
Storage Conditions:: 4°C
Supplier:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 989-51-5
Format:: White to off-white to pink powder
Extra Details:: (-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate is a tumor-inhibiting constituent of green tea. (-)-Epigallocatechin Gallate alters the cleavage of amyloid precursor protein, decreasing production of ß-amyloid and amyloid plaques in mice. This compound has neuroprotective properties; Inhibits telomerase and DNA methyltransferase; antioxidant. Synonyms: Teavigo; epi-Gallocatechin 3-O-Gallate; epi-Gallocatechin Gallate;_x000B_ EGCG; Epigallocatechin-3-monogallate; L-Epigallocatechin Gallate; 3-O-Galloyl-(-)-epigallocatechin; (-)-cis-2-(3,4,5-Trihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-1(2H)-benzopyran-3,5,7- triol 3-gallate; (-)-cis-3,3',4,5,5,7-Hexahydroxy-flavane-3-gallate CAS Number: 989-51-5 Molecular Formula: C₂₂H₁₈O₁₁ Molecular Weight: 458.37 Appearance: White to off-white to pink powder Purity: ≥95% Identity (1H NMR): Conforms to structure Melting Point: >209°C (dec.) Solubility: Acetone (Sparingly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)_x000B_ Storage and Stability: Store at -20°C under inert atmosphere. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.