Compound Monograph
Indole-3-acetonitrile
An indole-containing nitrile compound, a glucosinolate-derived auxin-related metabolite reported in stevia.
Classification
Indole-3-acetonitrile is one of the indole alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
Indole-3-acetonitrile is one of the indole alkaloids, found in Stevia.