Niacinamide

Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, also known as nicotinamide. It is a water-soluble vitamin essential for various bodily functions. While it can be found naturally in some foods, it is often produced synthetically for use in fortified products.

Manufacturers add niacinamide to foods primarily as a nutrient to fortify them with vitamin B3. This helps prevent deficiencies and ensures adequate intake of this essential vitamin. It is commonly found in cereals, cereal bars, and other enriched grain products.

Niacinamide is an FDA-approved nutrient and is generally recognized as safe when consumed at typical levels in fortified foods. It is essential for human health and helps prevent pellagra, a disease caused by vitamin B3 deficiency. The US National Academies have established an Upper Intake Level (UL) for niacin and niacinamide. JECFA has evaluated niacinamide and set an acceptable daily intake.