THE GROWING APPLICATION OF COLLAGEN PEPTIDE IS DRIVING THE MARKET AT THE GLOBAL LEVEL
Collagen peptide, also known as collagen hydrolysate are short chains of amino acids derived from collagen. It is produced by the hydrolysis process from type I collagen. Collagen peptides are more bioavailable and are better absorbed into the bloodstream due to shorter chains of amino acids as compared to collagen and gelatin. Collagen peptides are readily broken down into a form that can enter the bloodstream after digestion.
Collagen peptide market is segments by source and application. By Source the global collagen peptide market is segmented as cattle hide and bones, pigskin, poultry and fish, sheep and goat and others. By application the global collagen peptide market is segmented nutritional products, beverages, dairy products, meat and poultry products, healthcare, cosmetic and others. The nutritional products application segment is leading the global collagen peptide market.
Collagen peptide products are used in sports nutrition products, functional foods, dietary supplements, and general food products. It is used in functional foods such as protein bars, acidic foods, high protein foods, and sports nutrition products. It is also used in dietary supplements products such as gummies, powders, tablets, soft gels, and liquid supplements. The demand for fortified beverages is increasing with the rising awareness among the consumers about the health benefits offered by the use of functional ingredients in beverages. The growing trend for functional dairy globally is surging the demand for collagen peptides in the dairy industry. Consumers are looking for new dairy products in the market that offer health benefits. Collagen peptide is also used in the preparation of different products such as meat bars, jerky, and sausages, among others. Collagen peptide has been used in processed meat products such as sausages to replace pork fat. The use of collagen peptide in sausages results in greater water holding capacity, better stability after cooking, and improved texture such as hardness and chewiness. Over the past few years, collagen peptide has been used as a safe and effective biomaterial in tissue engineering and clinical applications. Peptides are involved in many physiological processes. Their wide acceptance as natural molecules and relatively high stability make them attractive for many skin-related indications such as anti-aging therapy. Other applications of collagen peptide personal care products, sports nutrition products, and snacks and cereal.
The collagen peptide market is witnessing a significant growth owing to the factor such as significant shift of consumers toward healthy lifestyles and high protein consumption. Additionally, the increasing demand for collagen peptide as a functional ingredient in food processing is also driving the market. However, the safety concern related to the use of collagen peptide may hamper the growth of collagen peptide market globally. Nonetheless, the increasing usage of collagen peptide as biomaterials is giving an opportunity to the market to grow at a global level.
Collagen Solution Plc, Nitta Gelatin, Darling Ingredients, Gelnex are some of the major players of collagen peptide market.
