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Epigallocatechin Gallate

What is Epigallocatechin Gallate?

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCGG), also known as epigallocatechin-3-gallate, is the ester of epigallocatechin and gallic acid, and is a type of catechin. [1]

Sources

EGCG is the most abundant catechin in tea. [1]



History

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Products containing Epigallocatechin Gallate


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Source(s) Derived From

 Plant Sources

Natural or Artificial?

 Natural

References
  1. Epigallocatechin gallate - Wikipedia

Aliases (Also Known As)

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Revision History

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Ingredient addedUPC Food SearchSeptember 11, 2012 @ 4:21 AM

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