(±)-Catechin (CAS 7295-85-4)
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(±)-Catechin, a flavan-3-ol, stands out in the realm of organic chemistry and phytochemistry for its significance in studying plant metabolism and antioxidant mechanisms. This compound is pivotal in understanding how plants produce secondary metabolites and their role in stress response, signaling, and UV protection. Its antioxidant properties are of particular interest for investigating oxidative stress and the natural defense systems in plants, providing insights into the broader implications of flavonoids in environmental adaptability and resilience. Research on (±)-Catechin contributes to the foundational knowledge necessary for advancing botanical science and ecological studies, highlighting the intricate chemical interactions that underpin plant survival and adaptation strategies in diverse ecosystems.
(±)-Catechin (CAS 7295-85-4) References
- Enantiomeric-dependent phytotoxic and antimicrobial activity of (+/-)-catechin. A rhizosecreted racemic mixture from spotted knapweed. | Bais, HP., et al. 2002. Plant Physiol. 128: 1173-9. PMID: 11950966
- Concentrations of the Allelochemical (+/-)-catechin IN Centaurea maculosa soils. | Perry, LG., et al. 2007. J Chem Ecol. 33: 2337-44. PMID: 18030533
- (+/-)-catechin: chemical weapon, antioxidant, or stress regulator? | Chobot, V., et al. 2009. J Chem Ecol. 35: 980-96. PMID: 19701725
- (±)-Catechin-A Mass-Spectrometry-Based Exploration Coordination Complex Formation with FeII and FeIII. | Kubicova, L., et al. 2022. Cells. 11: PMID: 35326409
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
(±)-Catechin, 1 g | sc-202986 | 1 g | $219.00 |