What is the Iupac name of tannic acid?
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What is the Iupac name of tannic acid?
Tannic acid (TN)
| PubChem CID | 16129878 |
|---|---|
| Structure | Find Similar Structures |
| Chemical Safety | Laboratory Chemical Safety Summary (LCSS) Datasheet |
| Molecular Formula | C76H52O46 |
| Synonyms | TANNIC ACID Gallotannin 1401-55-4 Glycerite Tannic Acid, A More… |
What is the formula for tannic acid?
C76H52O46
Tannic acid/Formula
What is the another name of tannic acid?
Tannic acid
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Other names Acidum tannicum Gallotannic acid Digallic acid Gallotannin Tannimum Quercitannin Oak bark tannin Quercotannic acid Querci-tannic acid Querco-tannic acid | |
| Identifiers | |
| CAS Number | 1401-55-4 |
| 3D model (JSmol) | Interactive image |
Where do you find tannic acid?
Tannic Acid is found in nutgalls, the swelling of trees caused by parasitic wasps. However, the most common occurrence of Tannic Acid is in the twigs of certain trees, specifically Chestnut and Oak trees.
How do you calculate tannin content?
The amount of tannins is determined by the preparation of tannins solutions and absorption of the tannins on hydrated, chromed hide-powder. The difference in the phenolic materials, as indicated by the Folin-Denis analysis before and after treatment with hydrated, chromed hide-powder, is utilized to measure tannins.
What is tannic acid derived from?
Tannic acid is found in the nutgalls formed by insects on the twigs of certain oak trees. Purified tannic acid is sometimes used as medicine.
What is tannin in pharmacognosy?
Tannins are polyphenolic substances found in many plants product of secondary metabolism. Its water-soluble nature allows easy extraction and is useful in various applications in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry.