Vitamin B3 Niacin
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Nicotinic Acid
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
59-67-6
EC
200-441-0
Food Code
E375
Vitamin B3 niacin is nicotinic acid with formula C6H5NO2 and molecular weight 123.11 g/mol. It is a white powder, density 1.47 g/cm³, melting point 236°C, soluble in water (18 g/100mL), essential for energy metabolism.
Vitamin B3 Niacin
Used in supplements for cholesterol control; food fortification for pellagra prevention; pharmaceuticals for dyslipidemia; cosmetics for skin barrier; animal feed for metabolism; in chemical intermediates.
Causes flushing in high doses; irritant to eyes and skin. Avoid overdosage; stable. Use PPE; monitor liver function in long-term use.
Supplied in 25kg fiber drums with inner bags; store in dry, ventilated warehouses per ChemicalBook MSDS.
