MDP2P

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MDP2P
IUPAC name 3,4-methylenedioxy-phenyl-2-propanone[1]
Molecular formula C10H10O3
Identifiers
CAS number [4676-39-5]
SMILES CC(=O)Cc1ccc2OCOc2c1
Properties
Molar mass 178.185 g/mol
Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)

Infobox disclaimer and references

MDP2P (3,4-methylenedioxy-phenyl-2-propanone)[1] is a chemical compound consisting of phenylacetone substituted with a methylenedioxy functional group. It is a chemical precursor of MDMA (more commonly known as "Ecstasy."), MDEA and related chemicals. It is on the DEA watch list.

MDP2P is most commonly synthesized by oxidizing the plant oil safrole or its isomer isosafrole using the Wacker oxidation or peroxyacid oxidation.

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  1. ^ a b Lycaeum > Leda > MDP2P