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Proposed mechanisms for astringency onset: (a) interaction and precipitation of salivary proteins (Topic 2.2.1); (b) interaction of phenolic compounds (PC) with oral cells and/or mucosal pellicle (Topic 2.2.2); (c) activation of oral mechanoreceptors. For details on the mechanisms see text.
