Niacinamide is a cosmetic active ingredient offered by FC Materials, Penang, to cosmetic and personal-care manufacturers.
INCI name: Niacinamide
About niacinamide
Niacinamide (INCI: Niacinamide; CAS 98-92-0), also called nicotinamide, is a form of vitamin B3: the compound pyridine-3-carboxamide, molecular formula C6H6N2O, molecular weight 122.12. For its uses across skin care and supplements, see our guide Nicotinamide (Niacinamide): Benefits, Uses & Sourcing.
What it does in a formula
In cosmetics, niacinamide is used as a hair and skin conditioning agent, and cosmetic ingredient classifications list it as a smoothing agent.
Formulation notes
Niacinamide is very soluble in water: about 1 g dissolves in 1 mL of water. It also dissolves in glycerol (1 g in about 10 mL) and in alcohol (1 g in about 1.5 mL), so it is normally added to the water phase. Its melting point is about 128–131 °C.
What to ask for on the certificate of analysis
- Assay and identification.
- Appearance.
- Melting range.
- Loss on drying.
- Related substances, including free nicotinic acid.
- Heavy metals.
- Microbiological profile for leave-on products.
Frequently asked questions
Is niacinamide the same as nicotinamide? Yes. Niacinamide is the INCI name used on cosmetic labels; nicotinamide is the chemical name.
Can I get a specification, COA and SDS? Yes. Ask us with your application and quantity and we will send the documents for the grade we can supply.
More skin-care actives: Cosmetic Actives · all personal care and cosmetic ingredients.
Ask us for
- Specification or technical data sheet
- Certificate of analysis
- Safety data sheet
- Recommended use level
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