Niacinamide is the active form of vitamin B3 and a component of the coenzyme nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD). Niacinamide acts as a chemo- and radio-sensitizing agent by enhancing tumor blood flow, thereby reducing tumor hypoxia. This agent also inhibits poly(ADP-ribose) polymerases, enzymes involved in the rejoining of DNA strand breaks induced by radiation or chemotherapy.

1. Pharmaceutical field:Used for the prevention and treatment of nicotinic acid deficiency diseases such as pellagra. It participates in the synthesis of coenzymes I and II in the body and maintains the health of the skin and digestive system.

2. Food / Feed additive:Used as a nutritional fortifier in food and feed to supplement vitamin B3.

3. Cosmetic industry:With effects of whitening, oil control and skin barrier repair, it is widely used in skin care formulations.

4. Chemical raw material:Used in the synthesis of other pharmaceutical and chemical intermediates.