Myristicin
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Myristicin is a naturally occurring compound found in common herbs and spices, such as nutmeg.[1][2] It is an insecticide, and has been shown to enhance the effectiveness of other insecticides.[1][3]
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Other names | 3-methoxy-4,5-methylenedioxy-allylbenzene; 5-methoxy-3,4-methylenedioxy-allylbenzene |
Dependence liability | Unknown |
Addiction liability | Low |
Routes of administration | Oral |
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.009.225 |
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Formula | C11H12O3 |
Molar mass | 192.214 g·mol−1 |
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When ingested, myristicin may produce hallucinogenic effects,[1][4] and can be converted to MMDMA in controlled chemical synthesis.[5] It interacts with many enzymes and signaling pathways in the body,[6][7] and may have dose-dependent cytotoxicity in living cells.[6] Myristicin is listed in the Hazardous Substances Data Bank.[1]