Niacinamide / Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3) Powder

We'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.

Specifications

• INCI Name: Niacinamide
• Molecular Formula: C6H6N2O
• Alternate Names: Niacin, Nicotinamide, Nicotinic Acid Amide
• Purity: 99.5%
• Country of Origin: India
• Solubility: Dissolves in water. Does not dissolve in oil.
• Appearance: White powder

Benefits and Uses

Niacinamide 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.

How It Works

Niacinamide 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.

Usage and Formulation Notes

• Recommended usage: 1–10% of your formulation. 5% is a common, effective starting point.
• How to add it: 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.
• Keep it away from Vitamin C. 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.
• Good pairings: hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and zinc PCA all work well alongside it.

Ordering in Bulk

Formulators tend to reorder Niacinamide often, so larger packs bring the price down a lot:

• 100gm: ₹2,000/kg equivalent
• 500gm: ₹1,000/kg equivalent
• 1kg: ₹850/kg
• 5kg: ₹800/kg
• 25kg: ₹760/kg — the best price per kilo, for ongoing production

Lab-grade packs (100gm and 500gm) are also available if you need it for testing or R&D rather than commercial formulation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use niacinamide and Vitamin C together?

You 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.

What concentration should I use?

Somewhere between 1% and 10%, depending on your goal. 5% is a safe, well-tolerated starting point for most formulations.

Is it safe for sensitive or teenage skin?

Yes. It's well tolerated by most skin types, which is why it's a common first active in gentle, beginner-friendly formulations.

Does it work in hair products too?

Yes. It's used in shampoos and scalp treatments to help manage bacteria linked to scalp issues, on top of its use in skincare.

What's the difference between Pure and Laboratory grade?

Pure grade is for commercial cosmetic formulation and bulk production. Laboratory grade is for smaller-scale testing and R&D.