Synthesis of polycyclic procyanidins

Details Synthesis of polycyclic procyanidins Synthesis of polycyclic procyanidins

2006-01-26

2009-11-10

Dentz, Bernard (Department: 1625)

Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series

Organic compounds

Heterocyclic carbon compounds containing a hetero ring...

C549S384000

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ABSTRACT:
A method for preparing A-type procyanidins is provided by reacting flavylium salts with catechins and analogs thereof, under anhydrous conditions in alcohol.

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