Ethylenedioxy
In organic chemistry, ethylenedioxy is a functional group with the structural formula. It is often attached to an aromatic ring.
Examples:
- 3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene, a precursor to conductive polymer
- 3,4-Ethylenedioxy-N-methylamphetamine, an analogue of MDMA with similar effects.
- dimethanol, a biocidal formaldehyde releaser.