Ecstasy: 3,4-Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)
Bruce H. Morimoto, Scott Lovell, Bart Kahr
Acta Crystallographica Section C Crystal Structure Communications February 15, 1998 DOI: 10.1107/s0108270197012390 via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in the hydrochloride salt of MDMA (ecstasy) has been determined using X-ray crystallography, revealing the crystal structure of this compound. The molecular formula is C11H15NO2.HCl. This structural information provides a precise atomic-level picture of the molecule, which is foundational for understanding its chemical properties and interactions.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Crystallographic study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | MDMA |
| Keywords | Hallucinogen Designer drug Pharmacology |
| Citations | 20 |
| Key finding | The crystal structure of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine hydrochloride has been determined by X-ray diffraction. |
Abstract
The crystal structure of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine [systematic name: N-methyl-1-[3,4-(methylenedioxy) phenyl]-2-aminopropane] hydrochloride, C11H15NO2.HCl, also known as 'ecstasy' or MDMA, has been determined by X-ray diffraction.