caftaric acid

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Etymology

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Blend of caffeic acid +‎ tartaric acid, since it is an ester formed from those two compounds.

Noun

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caftaric acid (uncountable)

  1. (organic chemistry) A cinnamate formed when caffeic acid and tartaric acid undergo esterification.