Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
INCI: 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid
CAS: 59-67-6
CE / EINECS: 200-441-0
Synonyms: Vitamin PP. Niacinamide. Amide of nicotinic acid.
Molecular Formula: C6H5NO2
Molecular Weight: 123.10
Description: Water-soluble vitamin.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA: White or almost white crystalline powder or colorless crystals.
Easily soluble in water and anhydrous ethanol. Melting point:
128 - 131 ° C. UV Absorption max .: 261 nm.
Topical dosage up to 4%
Solubility: soluble in water, practically insoluble in ether. Identity: meets Melting Point: 234.0 - 238.0 ° C
Drying loss: max. 1.0%
Sulfuric ash: max. 0.1%
Heavy metals: max. 20 ppm
Chlorides: max. 200 ppm
Sulfates: max. 200 ppm
Related substances: meets Ph. Eur.
Common impurities: meets USP
Volatile organic impurities: meets USP
Wealth (s.s.s): 99.5 - 100.5%
- Uses and properties.
Anti-wrinkle properties, anti-aging (anti-age), moisturizing, antioxidant, epithelizing / cellular regeneration
Application Acne, Wrinkles, Hair Loss, Pigmentation Stains
Skin Type Acne Skin, Oily Skin, Mature Skin, Mixed Skin, Normal Skin, Dry Skin, Sensitive Skin, All types
Specification Complies with monographs Ph. Eur., USP and FCC.
Storage Store in cool place sheltered from light inside filled and closed containers, in dry and ventilated places.