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Phytochemistry

Volume 6, Issue 1, January 1967, Pages 13-18
Phytochemistry

Melanins from DOPA-containing plants

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Abstract

The melanins from plants which contain DOPA and related compounds have been examined and shown to be largely composed of the catechol-type pigment. Some indole units also appear to be present, however.

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