In the pharmaceutical industry, accuracy in nomenclature is the foundation of quality control and regulatory compliance. As a pharmacist and manufacturer, identifying the correct chemical names for vitamins is essential for your CTD Dossiers and product labeling.
The wrong name in your list is Vitamin B3 biotin.
The Correction
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The Error: Vitamin B3 is not Biotin.
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The Fact: Vitamin B3 is chemically known as Niacin (Nicotinic acid) or Niacinamide.
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The Correct Identity of Biotin: Biotin is actually Vitamin B7 (and was historically referred to as Vitamin H).
Corrected Vitamin B-Complex Nomenclature
As you develop your pharmaceutical firm’s digital marketplace and technical catalogs, here is the standardized list of names you should use:
The Manufacturer’s Perspective: Technical Detail
From a production standpoint at your WHO-GMP facility in Mumbai:
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Niacin vs. Niacinamide (B3): In 2026, most manufacturers prefer Niacinamide for oral supplements because it does not cause the “niacin flush” (skin redness and itching), which improves patient compliance.
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Biotin (B7) Market Trend: Biotin is currently a high-demand SKU in the Cosmeceutical segment. On your multivendor marketplace, you might see high search volume for Biotin 5 mg or 10 mg for “Hair, Skin, and Nails” formulations.
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Stability & Packaging: Both Niacinamide and Biotin are relatively stable, but Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) and Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) are sensitive to light and moisture. I recommend using Alu-Alu blister packaging to ensure a 36-month shelf life for export to tropical Zone IVb regions.