3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile

Synonym(s):1,3-Benzodioxole-5-acetonitrile;Homopiperonylnitrile

CAS NO.：4439-02-5
Empirical Formula: C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight: 161.16
MDL number: MFCD00005835
EINECS: 224-655-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-05-27 23:31:33

3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile Structural

What is 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile?

Chemical properties

Pale yellow low melting solid

The Uses of 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile

3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile was used in synthesis of derrubone. It was used as standard to analyze the seized methamphetamine samples showing unique profiles of stable isotopic compositions by isotope ratio mass spectrometry.

General Description

3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile undergoes hydrolysis catalyzed by nitrilase ZmNIT2 enzyme from maize.

Properties of 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile

Melting point:	43-45 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	135-140°C 5mm
Density	1.270±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature
form	powder to crystal
color	White to Light yellow
Water Solubility	Insoluble in water.
BRN	7739
Exposure limits	NIOSH: IDLH 25 mg/m3
CAS DataBase Reference	4439-02-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	3,4-Methylenedioxyphenylacetonitrile(4439-02-5)

Safety information for 3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenylacetonitrile

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell.