epigallocatechin-3-(3''-o-methyl) gallate

(-)-Epigallocatechin-3-(3''-O-methyl) gallate ((-)-EGCG-3’'-O-ME) is a natural compound isolated from tea leaves. (-)-EGCG-3’'-O-ME exhibits potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial activities, and enhances the bond stability between etching-rinsing agents and dentin. (-)-Epigallocatechin-3-(3''-O-methyl) gallate ((-)-EGCG-3’'-O-ME) can be used in tumor and metabolic syndrome research.

(-)-Epigallocatechin-3-O-(4-O-methyl)gallate is an orally active catechin derivative found in Taiwanese oolong tea. This compound can inhibit histamine release and possesses anti-inflammatory and antiallergic properties. It is useful in immunology and inflammation research, such as in studies of type I hypersensitivity reactions.