Is Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide vegetarian?
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide (NAD) is a coenzyme central to cellular metabolism, consisting of two nucleotides joined through their phosphate groups, one containing adenine and the other nicotinamide; it is produced synthetically or via fermentation for use in cosmetics and supplements.
| Also known as | Adenosine 5'-(trihydrogen diphosphate), 5'->5'-ester with 3-(aminocarbonyl)-1-beta-D-ribofuranosylpyridinium hydroxide, inner salt, NAD, Nadide |
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| INCI name | Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide |
| CAS number | 53-84-9 |
| EC number | 200-184-4 |
| CosIng ID | 57411 |
| Last reviewed | 4 July 2026 |
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