Compound Monograph

Leucoanthocyanidins

Colorless flavan-3,4-diol precursors of anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins reported in cacao.

Classification

Leucoanthocyanidins 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)

Leucoanthocyanidins are flavanols & proanthocyanidins, found in Cacao.