Collagen peptide is a structural protein produced by hydrolysis of collagen found in connective tissue, skin, tendons, bones, cartilage, and other body parts. It supports tissues structurally and is involved in cellular functions such as tissue healing, immunological response, cellular communication, and cellular migration. Collagen is generally obtained from bovine connective tissues or marine sources. It has many applications across multiple end-use industries, including food & beverages, pharmaceuticals & nutraceuticals, and personal care. In the food & beverages industry, collagen peptide is used in yogurts, confectioneries, nutritional bars, ready-to-drink beverages, and others. Collagen peptide-induced foods and beverages enhance protein levels in the body; moreover, they help repair skin texture, improve bone and muscle health, and strengthen joints. Rising awareness regarding the health benefits of collagen peptides among customers is driving the demand for collagen peptide-induced foods and beverages.
According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, 5 g of collagen peptide per day in postmenopausal women can raise bone mineral density (BMD) and enhance bone formation. This can significantly reduce their risk of osteoporosis. According to the International Osteoporosis Foundation, ~5.2% of the UK population was diagnosed with osteoporosis in 2019. Furthermore, Asia will likely account for over half of the total osteoporotic hip fracture count reported worldwide by 2050. Rising research studies over the effectiveness of collagen peptides on osteoporosis is expected to boost the market growth among the target audience.
Collagen peptide is becoming increasingly popular across the nutraceutical industry. They are used to manufacture dietary supplements and protein powders. In the past few years, the demand for dietary supplements has increased dramatically due to increasing consumer preference for products boosting physical strength and fitness. Collagen peptide is easy to digest and can slow down a body's aging process, if consumed regularly. Manufacturers are launching a wide range of collagen peptide supplements. For instance, in November 2020, Life Extension, a US-based company, launched a new hydrolyzed collagen supplement for skin and joint health. There is a vast availability of various collagen peptide supplements and powders in retail stores. Moreover, collagen peptide is used in sports nutrition products to maintain joint and bone health.
Collagen peptide also has significant applications in the biomedical and tissue engineering fields. It is used in various medical devices, including wound dressings and fillers for bone voids. Collagen peptide and gelatin have strong cell adhesion, biocompatibility properties, and a high degree of formability. Collagen peptide is a prominent extracellular matrix component (ECM) in many tissues and organs. It plays a vital role in the formation of tissues and the preservation of proper tissue architecture and function. As a result, cell transplantation carriers have been developed using different collagen scaffolds, such as sponges and gels. Thus, the growing demand for collagen peptides for various applications also propels the market growth.
A few players operating in the global collagen peptides market are GELITA AG, Rousselot BV, Titan Biotech Ltd, Tessenderlo Group NV, Ewald-Gelatine GmbH, BioCell Technology LLC, Lapi Gelatine SpA, Weishardt Holding SA, Nippi Collagen NA Inc, and Nitta Gelatin India Ltd among few others.
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