Compound Monograph

Tannic acids

Hydrolyzable tannin compounds reported in clavo-huasca, belonging to the astringent tannin class.

Classification

Tannic acids are tannins, 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)

Tannic acids are tannins, found in Clavo Huasca.