Hydrolyzed collagen

Hydrolyzed collagen (CAS 92113-31-0), also sold as hydrolyzed animal protein, is a mixture of peptides and amino acids derived from enzymatic or acid hydrolysis of collagen-rich animal tissues. It functions as a bioactive protein source, film-former, and moisture-retention agent across food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and feed applications. In food and nutraceutical manufacturing, it is incorporated into protein supplements.

Functional beverages and fortified foods utilize this ingredient where high digestibility and amino acid density are priorities. Personal care formulators use it in hair conditioners, skin creams, and serums. Its peptide fractions bind to keratin and support moisture retention in the finished product. Pharmaceutical applications include its use as a stabilizer and excipient in tablet coatings and wound-care matrices.

In animal feed, it serves as a digestible protein concentrate that improves palatability and supports amino acid intake in livestock and aquaculture diets. It is supplied primarily as a spray-dried powder. Granulated forms are available for specific processing requirements. It is offered in food-grade and feed-grade specifications, with pharmaceutical-grade material available to USP and BP standards.

Molecular weight fractions vary by application, with low-molecular-weight grades preferred in cosmetic and nutraceutical use. This versatility makes it a staple ingredient for diverse industrial formulations.