Lipophilised epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) derivatives and their antioxidant potential in food and biological systems

► Lipophilic ester derivatives of EGCG were prepared. ► The EGCG derivatives exhibited antioxidant activity in food model systems. ► The EGCG derivatives exhibited antioxidant activity in biological model systems. ► The EGCG derivatives may potentially be used in food and health application areas.