Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3)

Product Overview

Nicotinamide is the amide form of Vitamin B3 (Niacin), an essential water-soluble nutrient that serves as a precursor to the critical coenzymes NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide) and NADP (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate). These coenzymes are fundamental to cellular energy production, DNA repair, and hundreds of enzymatic reactions throughout the body.

A key advantage of nicotinamide over nicotinic acid is that it does not cause the characteristic "niacin flush" -- the uncomfortable vasodilation and skin reddening associated with nicotinic acid supplementation. This makes nicotinamide the preferred form of Vitamin B3 for cosmetic formulations, pharmaceutical preparations, and consumer dietary supplements where tolerability is paramount.

Quality Specifications

Purity	As per USP/USP-NF monograph
Residual Solvents	Compliant with ICH Q3C
Heavy Metals	Compliant with pharmacopoeia limits
GMP Status	Manufactured under GMP conditions

Applications

• Skincare and Cosmetic Formulations: Anti-aging serums, moisturizing creams, acne treatment products, and skin barrier repair formulations
• Dietary Supplements: Flush-free B3 supplements, B-complex tablets, and beauty-from-within nutricosmetic products
• Food Fortification: Cereal fortification, functional beverages, and staple food enrichment programs
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Oral solid dosage forms and topical therapeutic preparations
• Animal Nutrition: Vitamin premixes for poultry, swine, and companion animal feed products