Product Overview
Catechins are a class of flavan-3-ols and secondary metabolites found naturally in the Camellia sinensis plant. The most analytically significant of these is Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG). In laboratory research, these compounds are utilized to study the modulation of cellular oxidation, protein binding, and the inhibition of specific enzyme pathways.
In neuro-analytical settings, Catechins are a primary subject for investigating amyloid-beta aggregation and the protection of neuronal structures from oxidative damage.
Research Specifications:
- Chemical Formula: C₁₅H₁₄O₆
- Purity: > 99%+ USP Pharmaceutical Grade
- Form: Fine Brownish-Yellow Powder.
- Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, and DMSO.
Primary Research Applications:
- Oxidative Stress Modeling: Researchers use Catechins to observe their role as free radical scavengers, specifically their ability to donate electrons to stabilize reactive oxygen species (ROS) in cellular cultures.
- Protein Interaction Studies: It is a key subject in research regarding the inhibition of misfolded protein aggregation, a critical factor in studying neurodegenerative models.
- Kinase Inhibition: Studies often employ EGCG to observe its effects on the PI3K/Akt and MAPK pathways, which regulate cell survival and apoptosis.
Research Notice: This botanical derivative is provided in a highly concentrated powder form strictly for laboratory research and development. It is not for human or animal consumption.
