(-)-Catechin

(-)-儿茶素

Also known as: (-)-Catechin hydrate, (-)-Catechol, Catechin, ent-Catechin, l-Catechin, (2S,3R)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromene-3,5,7-triol, (-)-trans-3,3',4',5,7-Pentahydroxyflavane, NSC 81746, 3,5,7,3',4'-Pentahydroxyflavane hydrate, (2S-trans)-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-1-benzopyran-3,5,7-triol, (-)-Cyanidanol-3, MFCD00180760

(-)-Catechin (CAS 18829-70-4) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C15H14O6 and a molecular weight of 290.26800 g/mol. It is also known as (-)-Catechin hydrate, (-)-Catechol and Catechin. Key properties include a melting point of 175-176ºC, a boiling point of 630.4ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.593 g/cm3 and a flash point of 335ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 18829-70-4
Jingsj CID: J-39805-5
Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₁₄O₆
Chinese Name: (-)-儿茶素
Molecular Weight: 290.26800 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	175-176ºC
Boiling Point	630.4ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.593 g/cm3
Flash Point	335ºC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (-)-Catechin?

The CAS number of (-)-Catechin is 18829-70-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (-)-Catechin?

(-)-Catechin has molecular formula C15H14O6 and molecular weight 290.26800 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "(-)-Catechin (CAS 18829-70-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-39805-5 (accessed 2026-10-24).

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