(-)-Gallocatechin gallate

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Also known as: (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (-)-gallocatecholgallate, GCG, Gallowchatechin gallate, Gallocatechol gallate, (-)-gallocatechin-3-O-gallate, Chinensioside B, (2S,3R)-5,7-Dihydroxy-2-(3,4,5-trihydroxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-3-yl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate, Gallic acid, catechin gallate

(-)-Gallocatechin gallate (CAS 4233-96-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C22H18O11 and a molecular weight of 458.372 g/mol. It is also known as (-)-Gallocatechin 3-O-gallate, (-)-gallocatecholgallate and GCG. Key properties include a boiling point of 909.1±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 320.0±27.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4233-96-9
Jingsj CID
J-10842-5
Molecular Formula
C22H18O11
Chinese Name
没食子儿茶素没食子酸酯
Molecular Weight
458.372 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point909.1±65.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point320.0±27.8 °C
Exact Mass458.084900
PSA197.37000
LogP2.08
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.857

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Zhang LQ, et al. Accumulation of catechins and expression of catechin synthetic genes in Camellia sinensis at different developmental stages. Bot Stud. 2016 Dec;57(1):31. [2]. Zhou H, et al. C-geranylated flavanones from YingDe black tea and their antioxidant and α-glucosidase inhibition activities. Food Chem. 2017 Nov 15;235:227-233.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (-)-Gallocatechin gallate?

The CAS number of (-)-Gallocatechin gallate is 4233-96-9.

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

(-)-Gallocatechin gallate has molecular formula C22H18O11 and molecular weight 458.372 g/mol.

Is (-)-Gallocatechin gallate hazardous?

(-)-Gallocatechin gallate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

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