Asia
In Asia, Niacin prices in 2025 showed a generally steady trend with occasional rises. At the start of the year, buying slowed slightly because of seasonal holidays, creating a short period of weaker demand. Once production resumed, supply tightened as factories faced minor constraints, and rising costs of raw materials added upward pressure. Freight and shipping limitations made buyers secure supplies earlier than usual. By the end of the year, improved logistics eased some supply pressures, but continued demand kept prices firm overall.
Europe
European Niacin prices witnessed a fluctuating trend in the said period. Early months saw cautious purchasing due to economic concerns and low winter demand. However, as supply tightened globally and operating costs rose, buyers began replenishing inventories. Mid-year demand from healthcare and food sectors helped stabilize the market, while logistics remained manageable but influenced by energy and material costs. By late 2025, buying activity increased slightly as companies prepared for the next year, giving the market a firmer tone.
North America
In North America, Niacin prices mostly rose steadily throughout 2025. Winter delays in transportation prompted early purchases, while new trade measures and potential tariff changes added urgency. Demand from supplements and fortified foods remained consistent, and companies carefully managed inventory to handle uncertain logistics. Toward the final months, steady consumption and cautious supply adjustments helped maintain a supported market.
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Asia
In Asia, Niacin prices in 2024 moved through a mostly firm trend. Early in the year, demand from nutrition and supplement manufacturers stayed steady, while some producers dealt with short pauses in operations due to holidays. This created brief tightness in supply and supported higher price levels. As the year progressed, supply improved and inventories returned to more comfortable levels, which led to a period of stability. However, strong export activity and consistent domestic buying prevented any major decline. In the second half of the year, increased manufacturing activity and early stocking before major holidays added fresh upward pressure. By year end, the combination of strong demand and logistical caution kept the market firm.
Europe
In Europe, Niacin prices in 2024 generally moved upward. Early in the year, high operating costs and steady purchases from food and health-related sectors supported the market. In the middle of the year, global supply concerns and tighter availability encouraged buyers to restock earlier, which strengthened the upward movement. Toward the final quarter, higher import costs and transport challenges added pressure on prices. Many buyers increased inventories to avoid disruptions, keeping the market firm until the close of the year.
North America
In North America, Niacin prices in 2024 followed a steady rising pattern. During the first half, companies increased procurement as a precaution against potential supply delays. Logistics issues and higher production costs added support to the upward movement. In the second half, buyers continued to build stocks ahead of expected early 2025 uncertainties. While supply was generally adequate, cautious inventory strategies and rising expenses kept prices firm throughout the year.
Niacin or Nicotinic acid is basically known as a water-soluble vitamin whose derivatives such as NADH, NAD, NAD+, and NADP play crucial roles in energy metabolism in the living cell as well as in DNA repair. Niacin can be easily found in a variety of whole and processed foods, with highest contents in fortified packaged foods, meat, poultry, red fish like tuna and salmon, lesser amounts in nuts, legumes, and seeds.
C6H5NO2 or C5H4NCOOH
Intermediates, Processing Aid in Food, Processing Aid in Animal Feed
Pyridine-3-carboxylic Acid, Nicotinic Acid , 3-Carboxypyridine
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In this process, 5-ethyl-2-methylpyridine is oxidised in an aqueous solution to nicotinic acid in a single-tube reactor by utilising an excess of nitric acid. The continuous process takes place somewhere around 230-270 °C.
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