Myristicin

Synonym(s):4-Methoxy-6-(2-propenyl)-1,3-benzodioxole;5-Allyl-2,3-(methylendioxy)anisole;6-Allyl-4-methoxy-1,3-benzodioxole

CAS NO.：607-91-0
Empirical Formula: C11H12O3
Molecular Weight: 192.21
MDL number: MFCD00133549
EINECS: 210-146-9
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2026-06-03 11:24:09

What is Myristicin?

Description

Myristicin is an alkenylbenzene present in small amounts in the essential oil of nutmeg that is reported to act as a serotonin receptor antagonist, a weak monamine oxidase inhibitor, and to produce hallucinogenic effects. Abuse of myristicin has led to fatal poisoning, which has prompted improved methods for HPLC determination of myristicin in human plasma. This product is intended for forensic and research purposes.

Chemical properties

Crystalline phenolic ether with a strongodor.

The Uses of Myristicin

A naturally occurring insecticide and acaricide with possible neurotoxic effects on neuroblastoma cells

Definition

The chief substance inthe ripe seeds of nutmeg (Myristica fragrans).It reduces the levels of cytochrome p-450 andinhibits monooxygenations catalyzed by thisenzyme.

Hazard

Poison; moderately toxic; mutagen.

Properties of Myristicin

Melting point:	-20℃
Boiling point:	bp40 173°
Density	d2020 1.1437
refractive index	nD20 1.54032
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	Soluble in acetone, ethanol and methanol;
form	oil
color	clear, light yellow
Odor	at 100.00 %. spicy warm balsamic woody
Water Solubility	insoluble in water
BRN	166218
Stability:	Light Sensitive
CAS DataBase Reference	607-91-0(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	1,3-Benzodioxole, 4-methoxy-6-(2-propenyl)-(607-91-0)

Safety information for Myristicin

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 Health Hazard GHS08 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral H411:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P202:Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P301+P312:IF SWALLOWED: call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician IF you feel unwell. P308+P313:IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.