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๐Ÿงช Niacinamide

Vitamin B3 / Nicotinamide | INCI: Niacinamide | CAS: 98-92-0

INCI Information

INCI Name
Niacinamide
Common Name
Vitamin B3 / Nicotinamide
CAS Number
98-92-0
Category
Active / Brightening
Molecular Formula
Cโ‚†Hโ‚†Nโ‚‚O
Molecular Weight
122.13 g/mol
Appearance
White, crystalline powder
Solubility
Soluble in water and alcohol
Typical Concentration
1% โ€“ 10% (max 5% recommended for daily use)
pH Range
5.0โ€“7.0
Functions:
BrighteningAnti-agingPore refiningBarrier repair
Available Purity Grades:
  • 98%
  • 99% (Cosmetic)
  • 99.5% (Pharma)

๐Ÿ’ฐ Indicative Price Range (Bulk)

Typical B2B pricing across verified suppliers
$12 โ€“ $50 $/kg
Prices vary by purity, MOQ, and order volume. Always request formal quotes.

๐Ÿญ Verified Supplier Comparison

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Supplier Purity MOQ Price Range Rating Status Years Action
Shanghai Longyu Biotechnology 99% 1kg $15 โ€“ $30 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 6yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hangzhou Lingeba Technology 98% 25kg $12 โ€“ $25 โญ 4.6 Verified 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Guangzhou Baochang Industrial 99% 1kg $18 โ€“ $35 โญ 4.8 Verified Gold 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Jiangsu Reactor Biological 99.5% 25kg $25 โ€“ $45 โญ 4.7 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Sichuan EM Technology 98% 200kg $12 โ€“ $22 โญ 4.5 Verified Gold 7yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Shandong Look Chemical 99% 1kg $14 โ€“ $32 โญ 4.6 Verified 5yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Hubei Jiurun Pharmaceutical 98% 25kg $13 โ€“ $28 โญ 4.7 Verified Gold 4yr View on Alibaba โ†’
Fujian Yuanxiang New Material 99% 1kg $20 โ€“ $50 โญ 4.5 Verified 3yr View on Alibaba โ†’
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๐Ÿ“– About Niacinamide

Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) is the most versatile skincare active โ€” it brightens skin, minimizes pores, strengthens the skin barrier, and reduces fine lines. It's gentle enough for daily use at 2-5%.

๐Ÿ›’ Purchasing Guide & Tips

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

โ“ Can Niacinamide cause purging?

It doesn't typically cause purging (unlike retinoids). Mild redness may occur initially.

โ“ What's the difference between Niacinamide and Niacin?

Niacinamide is the amide form (gentler, doesn't cause flushing). Niacin (nicotinic acid) can cause vasodilation and redness.

โ“ How long until I see results?

Pore refinement: 2-4 weeks. Brightening: 4-8 weeks of consistent use.

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