(-)-Catechin gallate

Overview

(-)-Catechin gallate, a minor polyphenolic constituent in green tea, is used to study its cytotoxicity. It enhances Fe(2+)-induced, lipid peroxidation. It also inhibits aromatase activity, an enzyme that converts androgens to estrogen and is thought to play a role in the etiology of breast cancer.

Application

Products > Chemistry > Natural Compounds | Products > Drug Discovery > Inhibitor | Catechins

Product Information

• Catalog No.: B2703-464825
• CAS No.: 130405-40-2
• Molecular Formula: C22H18O10
• Molecular Weight: 442.37
• Purity: >98%
• Storage: -20°C Freeze
• Solubility: 10 mM in DMSO

Source

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