Hydrolyzed Collagen Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Source (Bovine, Porcine, Poultry, Marine, and Others), Form (Granular or Agglomerated and Powder or Non-Agglo

The hydrolyzed collagen market size is valued at US$ 1.32 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach US$ 1.91 billion by 2031; it is estimated to register a CAGR of 5.5% from 2025 to 2031.

Hydrolyzed collagen manufacturers across the world are investing significantly in strategic development initiatives such as product innovation, mergers and acquisitions, and business expansions to attract a larger number of consumers and enhance their market position. They also collaborate with the manufacturers of dietary supplements, food and beverages, personal care and cosmetics, and pet food manufacturers that use hydrolyzed collagen as a key ingredient to introduce innovative products. For instance, in January 2025, GNC, a global leader in health and wellness, launched a new line of luxury beauty supplements under the brand Premier Collagen, featuring Naticol's hydrolyzed marine collagen. The new line of collagen supplements includes collagen powder and ready-to-drink collagen shots. GNC's Premier Collagen powder (10,000 mg) and Premier Collagen Advanced Shot (13,000 mg) provide a scientifically supported daily dose of collagen peptides to aid visibly more youthful and hydrated skin. In addition to delivering collagen, these skin-enhancing supplements include vitamin C and other essential beauty-promoting nutrients that facilitate collagen synthesis, helping users achieve and maintain glowing, youthful skin.

Hydrolyzed marine collagen has recently gained immense popularity due to its excellent skin health-boosting properties. It is also perceived as a cleaner and more sustainable source than bovine or porcine collagen, rendering it suitable for people who follow diets that adhere to their religious beliefs. According to various renowned nutritionists, hydrolyzed marine collagen is more efficiently absorbed by the body due to its higher bioavailability, leading to a higher and more effective utilization rate. Additionally, marine collagen is rich in essential amino acids such as glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline, which are the key components that support skin health, hydration, and elasticity. Hydrolyzed marine collagen is sourced from fish bones and skin that are mainly discarded as waste by seafood manufacturers and processors. Moreover, unlike bovine collagen, it is free from antibiotics and growth hormones, making it a cleaner alternative. Consumers highly emphasize natural, cleaner, and sustainably sourced ingredients due to the alarming effects of antibiotic residues in bovine or porcine-sourced hydrolyzed collagen and the environmental impact of the livestock industry. They proactively check product labels to verify the ingredient source and are ready to pay premium prices for clean-label and sustainable products. This factor is expected to boost the popularity of hydrolyzed marine collagen among consumers.

Based on the application, the hydrolyzed collagen market is segmented into food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, personal care and cosmetics, pet food, medical, and others. Pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals held a large market share in the market in 2024. Hydrolyzed collagen is widely used in pharmaceutical drugs and dietary supplements that boost skin, hair, and nail health, improve muscle growth and recovery, and provide joint and bone support. It stimulates cartilage regeneration, reducing joint pain and inflammation, and improving joint function. It is also added as an additive in pharmaceutical formulations for controlled drug delivery. The demand for hydrolyzed collagen is also on the rise in dietary supplements or nutraceuticals as it helps improve skin texture, elasticity, and hydration, making skin youthful and glowing. Hydrolyzed collagen is used in supplements formulated to make bones strong and provide relief from joint pain.

Some of the players operating in the hydrolyzed collagen market include Ewald-Gelatine GmbH, GELITA AG, Rousselot BV, Nitta Gelatin Inc, Protein SA, Gelnex, Norland Products Inc, PB Leiner, Titan Biotech Ltd, Viscofan SA, CNABIOTECH Co Ltd, GELNER GIDA AŞ, Ajinomoto Co Inc, Weishardt Holding SA, Healan Ingredients, CollaSel, Genu-in, DCP Ingredients (DCP B.V.), Lapi Gelatine SpA, and ConnOils LLC, among others. Players operating in the hydrolyzed collagen market focus on providing innovative products at affordable prices to fulfill customer demand.

The overall hydrolyzed collagen market size has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. To begin the research process, exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the market. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants to validate the data and gain more analytical insights into the topic. The participants of this process include industry experts such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers—along with external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders—specializing in the hydrolyzed collagen market.

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