L Epicatechin is naturally present in the dry leaves of the tea plant of the Theaceae family. It is a special flavanol and is also found in some foods, such as berries, apples, dark chocolate, grape seeds, etc. Each gram of cocoa contains 1.5-2.8 mg of epicatechin.

Catechins are divided into four categories according to the different carbon rings: epicatechin (EC), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin gallate (ECG) and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).Our company can provide these products, welcome to inquire.

L Epicatechin

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Items	Specifications	Test method	Result
Appearance	Off white powder	Visual	Conforms
EC(on dry basis)	≥98.0%	HPLC	98.2%
Moisture	≤5.0%	USP<921>	0.6%
Ash	≤1.0%	USP<561>	0.1%
Particle size	≥95% pass 60 mesh	USP<786>	Conforms
Heavy metals	≤10 mg/kg	USP<231>	Conforms
Lead	≤1.0 mg/kg	AOAC 986.15	Conforms
Arsenic	≤1.0 mg/kg	AOAC 986.15	Conforms
Total Plate Count	≤1000 cfu/g	USP<61>	<10 cfu/g
Yeasts &Molds	≤100 cfu/g	USP<61>	<10 cfu/g
E. Coli	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms
Salmonella	Negative	USP<62>	Conforms
Conclusion:	Meet the standard

Does epicatechin actually work?

1. Epicatechin(EC) and catechin are spatial isomers.EC is the 2R, 3R stereoisomer of catechin, which means that EC is also a powerful antioxidant.
2. Better insulin sensitivity.It extracted from green tea has a positive effect on improving diabetes conditions, which is due to its ability to increase acetylcholinesterase activity.
3. Epicatechin can enhance muscle strength, and it is an ideal supplement for athletes, with anabolic and muscle-strengthening effects.In addition to its muscle and strength-building benefits, it also has the ability to improve muscle endurance.
4. Improved blood pressure.It can promote heart health.It has the effect of lowering blood lipids and is beneficial for preventing atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases.Lower cholesterol levels.

5. Increases blood flow and nitric oxide levels. EC is able to increase nitric oxide production, nitric oxide (NO) is a molecule that increases blood flow and circulation.
6. More elastic skin.

What is epicatechin used for?

1. It can be used as a core ingredient in sports supplements.
2. Catechins and spices rich in epicatechins can be used in meat products.
The addition of epicatechins can improve the composition of fatty acids in soups, increase the solid content in soups, and reduce the content of volatile compounds with bad odors.

Reference

[1]. Ramirez-Sanchez I, Maya L, Ceballos G, Villarreal F. (−)-Epicatechin activation of endothelial cell endothelial nitric oxide synthase, nitric oxide, and related signaling pathways. Hypertension. 2010; 55:1398–1405

[2]. Duffy SJ, et al. Short- and Long-Term Black Tea Consumption Reverses Endothelial Dysfunction in Patients With Coronary Artery Disease. Circulation. 10 Jul 2001; 104:151-156

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