Collagen Peptides (Hydrolysed Collagen)
We are one of the UK’s leading collagen peptides suppliers; offering guidance, low MOQ opportunities, and bulk pack options. Key benefits of Hydrolysed Collagen (also known as collagen peptides) include nutritional properties and the ability to bind, emulsify and stabilise.
Key benefits & functions:
- Compatible with all process steps; fermentation & acidification
- No viscosity
- Solubility in cold water
- Stable in a wide range of pH (3 to 7)
- Suitable for reduced sugar applications
- On pack ‘protein’ claims
What is hydrolysed collagen in food? Hydrolysed Collagen is suitable for numerous edible applications, including nutritional protein bars, convenience foods, anti-aging supplements, and has the potential to be claimed as a ‘source of protein’ on labelling.
How Collagen Improves Food Product Texture
Collagen is valued in food manufacturing for its functional impact on texture, mouthfeel, and structural stability. When used in native or hydrolysed form, it delivers several measurable benefits:
Improved Mouthfeel and Body
Collagen contributes to a smoother, fuller mouthfeel. In beverages, bars, and dairy-style products, it reduces thin or gritty textures, giving a more premium sensory profile.Gelation and Structure
Native collagen and gelatin form thermo-reversible gels. This helps create firmness, elasticity, and bite in products such as confectionery, desserts, and processed meats. Texture becomes consistent rather than crumbly or weak.Water Binding and Moisture Retention
Collagen binds water effectively, preventing dryness and syneresis. In baked goods, snacks, and protein bars, this means improved softness, reduced cracking, and longer shelf stability.Texture Stability During Processing
Collagen maintains functionality under heat and shear, making it suitable for industrial processing. It helps products retain structure during mixing, extrusion, and thermal treatment.Protein Enrichment Without Texture Penalty
Unlike some plant proteins, collagen increases protein content without introducing chalkiness, graininess, or off-textures. This is especially valuable in high-protein formulations.
In short: collagen enhances smoothness, elasticity, moisture retention, and structural integrity, allowing food manufacturers to improve texture while meeting protein and clean-label objectives.
Collagen Round Up
Collagen is both a protein and one of the most important components of our body. Abundant in connective tissue, ligaments and skin – it comprises up to 30% of the human body’s total protein. As such, food and nutritional supplements containing collagen are an ideal way to deliver and improve the supply of protein to the entire body. For a consumer looking to increase collagen in their diet, edible products are absorbed much faster than beauty creams and lotions. Hydrolysed Collagen is made of the same amino acids as collagen within your skin naturally but they’re in much shorter chains so are more easily absorbed.
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