High-Bioavailability Vitamin B3 (Niacin) Feed Additive from China Suppliers & Factory - 99% Pure Quality
Product Specifications
| Product Name | Vitamin B3 (Niacin) |
| Chemical Name | Nicotinic Acid |
| CAS No. | 59-67-6 |
| Specification |
Niacin (C₆H₅NO₂): ≥ 99.0% Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5% Melting Point: 234–239°C Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 20 mg/kg Total Arsenic (as As): ≤ 2 mg/kg Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 200 mg/kg Chloride (Cl): ≤ 100 mg/kg Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.1% |
| Appearance | Almost white crystalline powder. |
| Compliance Standard | Q/S5345680-9.1-2024 (Enterprise Standard). |
Functions
- Supporting energy metabolism and enzymatic reactions in animals.
- Promoting healthy skin, digestion, and nervous system function.
- Enhancing feed conversion efficiency and growth performance in livestock and poultry.
Storage & Packing
- Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area.
- Protect from sunlight, moisture, heat, and toxic substances.
- Maintain distance from walls and floors to ensure air circulation.
- Net Weight: 25 kg per bag.
- Shelf Life: 36 months.
Usage and Dosage
Add as a feed additive according to guidelines.
- General Livestock/Poultry: 50–100 grams per metric ton of feed.
- Dairy Cattle: 500–800 mg/day (rumen-protected forms recommended).
- Poultry: 30–50 mg/kg of feed.
- Swine: 40–60 mg/kg.
- Adjust dosage based on species, growth stage, or nutritionist recommendations.
- Rinse immediately with clean water for several minutes.
- Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Compatibility
| Category | Examples | Best Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | B1 (Thiamine), B5 (Pantothenic acid) | Add Niacin before B1 in mixing sequence |
| Acidifiers | Citric acid, Phosphoric acid | Stabilizes in acidic premixes (pH 4–6) |
| Antioxidants | Vitamin E, BHT | Prevents oxidative degradation |
| Probiotics | Saccharomyces cerevisiae | Synergistic gut health benefits |
| Substance | Risk | Mitigation Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Alkaline binders (e.g., limestone) | Reduces bioavailability | Pre-mix with acidifiers (target pH 5–6) |
| High-dose iron (Fe >600 ppm) | Chelation reaction | Use organic iron (e.g., Fe methionine) |
| Sulfa drugs (e.g., sulfadiazine) | Absorption antagonism | Administer 4 hours apart from feed |
| Ethanol (liquid feed systems) | Solubility conflict | Use dry premix or post-fermentation addition |
Product Details
Frequently Asked Questions
1 What are the primary functions of Niacin in animal feed?
Niacin (Vitamin B3) is crucial for energy metabolism, DNA repair, and cellular communication in livestock. It prevents deficiency syndromes like pellagra in swine (skin lesions, diarrhea) and black tongue disease in dogs, while enhancing rumen function in cattle and feather quality in poultry. Its dual forms (nicotinic acid/nicotinamide) ensure broad applicability.
2 How does Niacin stability vary under feed processing conditions?
Heat Tolerance: Retains 95% activity after pelleting at 90°C for 2 minutes.
pH Stability: Optimal in pH 3–7. Degrades rapidly in alkaline premixes (pH >8.5) – add acid buffers (e.g., citric acid).
3 Can Niacin be combined with choline chloride or trace minerals?
Compatible: Choline chloride (<50% concentration), Zinc oxide, and Manganese sulfate.
Incompatible: Copper sulfate (>300 ppm) forms insoluble complexes (use coated copper). Sodium bicarbonate (alkaline premixes) neutralizes efficacy (pre-mix with fumaric acid).
4 What are the storage guidelines and shelf life for Vitamin B3?
Vitamin B3 should be stored in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated area, protected from sunlight, moisture, heat, and toxic substances. Ensure a distance is maintained from walls and floors to facilitate proper air circulation. The packaged shelf life is 36 months under these conditions.
5 What is the recommended dosage of Niacin for different animal species?
Recommended dosage depends on the species: general livestock/poultry requires 50–100 grams per metric ton of feed; dairy cattle require 500–800 mg/day (rumen-protected forms recommended); poultry requires 30–50 mg/kg of feed; and swine requires 40–60 mg/kg. Dosages should be adjusted based on growth stages and nutritionist recommendations.
6 What safety measures should be taken if Niacin causes eye irritation?
In case of contact with eyes, which may cause irritation, you should immediately rinse the affected eyes with clean water for several minutes. If irritation persists after rinsing, seek professional medical attention promptly.