Ingredient

Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Durum wheat semolina is used to make pasta, bread, and couscous. Niacin is added …

What is Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin?

Durum wheat semolina is a coarse flour made from durum wheat, a hard variety of wheat. It is the primary ingredient in many pasta products. The niacin added is a B vitamin, often added to enrich flour and pasta products.

Is Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin vegan?

Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin gluten-free?

It contains gluten.

Is Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin a major allergen?

Durum wheat semolina is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 major allergens.

What is Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin used for?

Durum wheat semolina is used to make pasta, bread, and couscous.

Is Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin safe?

Durum wheat semolina is a source of carbohydrates and some protein.

Why it's used

Durum wheat semolina is used to make pasta, bread, and couscous. Niacin is added to enrich pasta and other grain products, helping to restore nutrients lost during processing. It is commonly found in pasta dishes, baked goods, and breakfast cereals.

Health notes

Durum wheat semolina is a source of carbohydrates and some protein. Niacin is an essential nutrient important for energy metabolism. The FDA considers niacin to be a nutrient that can be added to foods. Regulatory bodies like the WHO have evaluated niacin and established recommended daily intakes. Excessive intake of niacin can cause side effects like skin flushing.

Allergen info

Durum wheat semolina is derived from wheat, which is one of the 9 major allergens. It contains gluten.

Foods that contain Durum Wheat Semolina Niacin

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Last updated: October 5, 2026

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