The molecule is a member of the class of catechins that is (+)-catechin in which the hydroxy group at position 3' has been replaced by a methoxy group. It is a metabolite of (+)-catechin, a major polyphenol found in several fruits and vegetables. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a catechin, a polyphenol and a monomethoxybenzene. It derives from a (+)-catechin.
(2R,3S)-2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromene-3,5,7-triol