The amide form of niacin (vitamin B3), commonly used in fortification because it lacks the flushing effect associated with nicotinic acid.

Physical state
Powder
Solubility
Freely soluble in water
Odour
Odourless
Typical usage level
Set by target nutrient content
Regulatory overview

EU and US regulatory context

EU Context
Regulation
Regulation (EC) No 1925/2006 (fortification)
E-number
Pending
Status
Authorised nutrient source
Key standard
Confirm current Ph. Eur. / FCC monograph specification with the supplier.
US Context
FDA status
GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe)
CFR reference
Pending. Confirm exact citation before publishing to a client-facing document.
Common declaration
Niacinamide
Notes
Pending
Functions & applications

Nutrient fortificant

Technical functionWhat it does
vitamin B3 fortification without the flushing effect of nicotinic acidSupplies niacin without the skin-flushing response of nicotinic acid.

Recommended applications

Fortified cereals
Nutrient fortificant
Sports nutrition
Nutrient fortificant
Fortified beverages
Nutrient fortificant
Specifications

Technical specification

AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
ColourWhite crystalline powder
OdourOdourless
SolubilityFreely soluble in water
MoisturePending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
AssayPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
pHPending
Lead (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Arsenic (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Cadmium (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Mercury (heavy metals)Pending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Total plate countPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
SalmonellaPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
E. coliPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Yeast & mouldPending. Confirm against the current supplier CoA.
Packaging25kg multiwall paper bags with PE liner, on ISPM-15 treated pallets
Shelf life24 months from production date, unopened
StorageStore in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Values marked "Pending" require confirmation against the current supplier CoA before being issued to a client.

Compliance

Legal & compliance notes

Allergen status
Does not contain any of the 14 major EU allergens.
GMO status
Produced synthetically; not applicable to GMO status.
Irradiation
Not irradiated.
Halal / Kosher
Typically available. Confirm certification with the specific supplier.
  • Critical QC checkpoints: Assay, Heavy metals, Loss on drying.
Customs reference

Import classification data

CN code (8-digit)Pending
TARIC (10-digit)Pending
EU import dutyPending
Anti-dumping measureNone on file
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