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| Preferred IUPAC name 2-(Ethylamino)-1-(7-methyl-2H-1,3-benzodioxol-5-yl)ethan-1-one | |
| Other names R-MMC; 3,4-Methylenedioxy-5-methyl-N-ethyl cathinone; 5-Methyl-βk-MDEA | |
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| C13H17NO3 | |
| Molar mass | 235.283 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in theirstandard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
5-Methylethylone (5-methyl-βk-MDEA,5ME) is an empathogen, stimulant andpsychedelic drug of theamphetamine,phenethylamine, andcathinone chemical classes.[1] It is structurally related toethylone, a noveldesigner drug. Relatively little data exists about the pharmacological properties, metabolism, and toxicity of 5-methylethylone, though it has been sold as adesigner drug.[2][3]
5-Methylethylone is unscheduled in the United States, but it is not currently approved by the Food and Drug Administration for human consumption. The state ofVermont lists it as a regulated drug.[4]
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