Compound Monograph
Flavan-3-ols
Catechin-class flavonoids (flavan-3-ols) abundant in cacao and antioxidant in character.
Classification
Flavan-3-ols are flavanols & proanthocyanidins, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
Flavan-3-ols are flavanols & proanthocyanidins, found in Cacao.