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(+)-Epicatechin

Also known as ent-Epicatechin, Dexepicatechin, (2S,3S)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromene-3,5,7-triol

CAS 35323-91-2Formula C15H14O6Molar mass 290.27 g/mol
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(+)-Epicatechin chemical structure, C15H14O6, CAS 35323-91-2
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CAS number
35323-91-2
Formula
C15H14O6
Molar mass
290.27 g/mol
HS code
293299
Category
Flavonoids and polyphenols

What is (+)-Epicatechin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

(+)-epicatechin is a catechin that is flavan carrying five hydroxy substituents at positions 3, 3', 4', 5 and 7 (the 2S,3S-stereoisomer). It has a role as a cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor and a plant metabolite. It is a catechin and a polyphenol. It is an enantiomer of a (-)-epicatechin.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2S,3S)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromene-3,5,7-triol
CAS number
35323-91-2
Molecular formula
C15H14O6
UNII
LD6B6TT8Q5
InChIKey
PFTAWBLQPZVEMU-ZFWWWQNUSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C15H14O6/c16-8-4-11(18)9-6-13(20)15(21-14(9)5-8)7-1-2-10(17)12(19)3-7/h1-5,13,15-20H,6H2/t13-,15-/m0/s1
Canonical SMILES
Oc1cc(O)c2c(c1)OC(c1ccc(O)c(O)c1)C(O)C2
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@@H]([C@@H](OC2=CC(=CC(=C21)O)O)C3=CC(=C(C=C3)O)O)O

Synonyms

  • ent-Epicatechin
  • Dexepicatechin
  • (2S,3S)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromene-3,5,7-triol
  • Epicatechin, (+)-
  • (2S,3S)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-3,5,7-triol
  • d-Epicatechin
  • (+)-epicatechol
  • (2S,3S)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)chroman-3,5,7-triol
  • (2S,3S)-3,3',4',5,7-pentahydroxyflavan
  • cis-2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)chroman-3,5,7-triol
  • (2S,3S)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)chromane-3,5,7-triol
  • 2H-1-Benzopyran-3,5,7-triol, 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-, (2S-cis)-
  • (epi)catechin
  • Catechin C
  • (-) epicatechine
  • (2S,3S)-epicatechin
  • Epicatechin, d-
  • (2S,3S)-(+)-Epicatechin
  • (+)-cis-3,3',4',5,7-Pentahydroxyflavan
  • (2S,3S)-3',4',5,7-tetrahydroxyflavan-3-ol
  • 99182E3E-BCCB-48BB-89BF-7DDC933D48FF
  • (2S,3S)-2-(3,4-Dihydroxy-phenyl)-chroman-3,5,7-triol
  • (2S-cis)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-Benzopyran-3,5,7-triol

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
290.27 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
290.079 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.55calc.
Topological polar surface area
110.4 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
5calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
21calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
2calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.2calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, c1ccc(C2CCc3ccccc3O2)cc1

c1ccc(C2CCc3ccccc3O2)cc1

3 rings, 16 atoms, the Flavan ring system.

326 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

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Uses and applications

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Roles

  • antihypertensive agent
  • cardiovascular drug
  • cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor
  • enzyme inhibitor
  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • pharmaceutical
  • plant metabolite

Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

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Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code (+)-Epicatechin is traded under.

HS 2932.99Indicative HS code

Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other

World exports in 2024
$3.81B
+10.3% vs 2023, imports $7.05B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China28.9%
  2. Switzerland * partner reported12.7%
  3. Germany7.8%
Top importers
  1. United States49.7%
  2. China11.9%
  3. India * partner reported3.3%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for (+)-Epicatechin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is (+)-Epicatechin?

(+)-epicatechin is a catechin that is flavan carrying five hydroxy substituents at positions 3, 3', 4', 5 and 7 (the 2S,3S-stereoisomer). It has a role as a cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor and a plant metabolite. It is a catechin and a polyphenol. It is an enantiomer of a (-)-epicatechin.

What is the CAS number of (+)-Epicatechin?

The CAS registry number of (+)-Epicatechin is 35323-91-2.

What is the molecular formula and weight of (+)-Epicatechin?

The molecular formula of (+)-Epicatechin is C15H14O6 and its molar mass is 290.27 g/mol.

What is (+)-Epicatechin used for?

Known uses and roles of (+)-Epicatechin include antihypertensive agent, cardiovascular drug, cyclooxygenase 1 inhibitor, enzyme inhibitor, eukaryotic metabolite and 3 more.

Is (+)-Epicatechin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for (+)-Epicatechin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of (+)-Epicatechin?

(+)-Epicatechin is usually classified under HS code 293299 (Heterocyclic compounds with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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