It is a type of hydrolyzable tannin – one that, when combined with a weak acid or base, will produce a carbohydrate and phenolic acid. (Wikipedia)
Ellagitannins and gallotannins are both hydrolyzable tannins.
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It is a type of hydrolyzable tannin – one that, when combined with a weak acid or base, will produce a carbohydrate and phenolic acid. (Wikipedia)
Ellagitannins and gallotannins are both hydrolyzable tannins.