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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add niacinamide to fortify foods, meaning they add it to increase the nutritional …
What it is
Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, an essential nutrient for the body. It is often made synthetically from chemicals like nicotinic acid or nicotinonitrile. It can also be found naturally in some foods.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add niacinamide to fortify foods, meaning they add it to increase the nutritional value. It is commonly found in baked goods like cake and cookie mixes, as well as in snack bars and some beverages like energy drinks and sodas.
Health notes
Niacinamide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated niacinamide and established an acceptable daily intake. While high doses of niacinamide can cause some side effects, the amounts typically found in fortified foods are not considered harmful.
Allergen info
Niacinamide is not derived from any of the nine major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.