Ingredient

Niacinamide Vitamin B3

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add niacinamide to foods to increase their vitamin B3 content, a process called …

What is Niacinamide Vitamin B3?

Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, an essential nutrient for the body. It can be found naturally in some foods, and is also synthesized by manufacturers for use in food fortification and supplements. It is a water-soluble vitamin.

Is Niacinamide Vitamin B3 vegan?

Niacinamide Vitamin B3 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Niacinamide Vitamin B3 gluten-free?

It does not contain gluten.

Is Niacinamide Vitamin B3 a major allergen?

Niacinamide is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.

What is Niacinamide Vitamin B3 used for?

Manufacturers add niacinamide to foods to increase their vitamin B3 content, a process called fortification.

Is Niacinamide Vitamin B3 safe?

Niacinamide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or dietary supplement.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add niacinamide to foods to increase their vitamin B3 content, a process called fortification. It is commonly added to cereals, bread, pasta, and other grain products. It is also found in some beverages and nutritional bars.

Health notes

Niacinamide is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a nutrient or dietary supplement. It plays a role in energy metabolism and DNA repair. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated niacinamide. Evidence does not suggest adverse effects at levels typically found in fortified foods.

Allergen info

Niacinamide is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Niacinamide Vitamin B3

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.