Used in research on functional foods nutraceuticals cosmetics and pharmaceutical formulations. It is investigated for its potential role in antioxidant protection and skin health.

Its primary purpose is to help neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress. It is also studied for its potential anti-inflammatory antimicrobial and cellular-protective effects.

Epicatechin gallate (ECG) is a bioactive flavonoid found in tea particularly green tea. It has potential antioxidant anti-inflammatory antimicrobial and anticancer properties which are primarily being investigated in laboratory and preclinical studies.