Description

1,3-Benzodioxol-5-Ylmethyl Isocyanide is a versatile and highly reactive organic building block characterized by its isocyanide functional group attached to a benzodioxole scaffold. This compound is of significant value in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in multicomponent reactions (MCRs) such as the Ugi and Passerini reactions, enabling the efficient construction of complex heterocyclic and peptidomimetic structures. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel bioactive molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for constructing diverse heterocyclic libraries and complex molecular scaffolds in drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides through multicomponent reaction chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functional polymers and advanced organic materials with tailored properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a fundamental reagent in methodological studies and the exploration of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.
• Peptidomimetics: Facilitates the rapid assembly of peptide-like structures and unnatural amino acid derivatives for biological evaluation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Benzodioxol-5-Ylmethyl Isocyanide
CAS No.	39533-29-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Isocyanomethyl-1,3-benzodioxole; Piperonyl Isocyanide; 1,3-Benzodioxole-5-methanamine, N-(cyanomethylene)-; (1,3-Benzodioxol-5-yl)methyl isocyanide; 5-(Isocyanomethyl)-1,3-benzodioxole; Piperonylmethyl isocyanide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Benzodioxol-5-Ylmethyl Isocyanide is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.