{"product_id":"niacinamide","title":"Niacinamide  \/ Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3) Powder","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've supplied Niacinamide to Indian formulators since before it became a trending skincare ingredient. It's 99.5% pure, dissolves easily in water, and stays consistent batch to batch. If you're formulating a brightening serum or acne toner and aren't sure where to start, Niacinamide is usually the right answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niacinamide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMolecular Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e C6H6N2O\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niacin, Nicotinamide, Nicotinic Acid Amide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dissolves in water. Does not dissolve in oil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e White powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits and Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNiacinamide does several jobs at once. It helps minimize the look of pores. It calms redness and irritation. Over time, it builds a stronger skin barrier. It's a go-to for acne marks and uneven skin tone, and it works well in overnight treatments. In shampoos, it helps control the bacteria linked to scalp issues. It's gentle enough for teen skincare and sensitive-skin products, which is why so many new formulators start here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNiacinamide boosts ceramide production in skin. Ceramides help skin hold onto moisture and resist irritation. It also slows how pigment moves between skin cells, which is why it helps fade dark spots. It calms inflammation, and it can help balance oil production in oilier skin. That combination is why it shows up in both acne and anti-aging products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage and Formulation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended usage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–10% of your formulation. 5% is a common, effective starting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow to add it:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add to water at around 50°C along with your other water-phase ingredients. Stir until fully dissolved. Cool to 40°C, then add your oil phase. Finish the formulation as usual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep it away from Vitamin C.\u003c\/strong\u003e Niacinamide works best at a near-neutral pH. Mixed with L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) at low pH, it can convert into nicotinic acid — this can cause flushing or irritation. Most formulators keep the two in separate products instead: Vitamin C in the morning, Niacinamide at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and zinc PCA all work well alongside it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering in Bulk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormulators tend to reorder Niacinamide often, so larger packs bring the price down a lot:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100gm:\u003c\/strong\u003e ₹2,000\/kg equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e500gm:\u003c\/strong\u003e ₹1,000\/kg equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e ₹850\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e ₹800\/kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e25kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e ₹760\/kg — the best price per kilo, for ongoing production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLab-grade packs (100gm and 500gm) are also available if you need it for testing or R\u0026amp;D rather than commercial formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use niacinamide and Vitamin C together?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can use both in a routine, just not in the same product. At low pH, niacinamide can react with Vitamin C and irritate skin. Most people use Vitamin C in the morning and niacinamide at night instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat concentration should I use?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomewhere between 1% and 10%, depending on your goal. 5% is a safe, well-tolerated starting point for most formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for sensitive or teenage skin?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It's well tolerated by most skin types, which is why it's a common first active in gentle, beginner-friendly formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it work in hair products too?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. 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