Hydrolyzed Collagen Peptides · Highly Soluble Protein for Beauty, Joint & Sports Nutrition

Key characteristics

• Identity: hydrolyzed collagen peptides (collagen hydrolysate).
• Sources (grade dependent):
  • Bovine collagen peptides (commonly hide/bone derived),
  • Marine collagen peptides (commonly fish-derived) for specific positioning.
• Form: fine to granular powder, typically off-white to light cream.
• Solubility: designed to dissolve quickly in water; some grades support clear solutions at typical use levels.
• Viscosity: generally low viscosity compared with gelatin—useful for RTD beverages and high-protein powders.
• Sensory: neutral to slightly characteristic; marine grades may require stronger flavor masking depending on source and processing.
• Nutrition: collagen has a characteristic amino acid profile (rich in glycine/proline/hydroxyproline) and is often used for targeted nutrition concepts.
• Dietary & labeling:
  • Not vegan/vegetarian; animal-derived ingredient.
  • Allergen considerations: fish-derived collagen requires fish allergen declaration in many markets.
• Regulatory & claims:
  • Claims for skin/joints/bone/beauty are regulated and market-specific—customers should confirm permitted wording and evidence requirements.

Atlas supports customers in choosing collagen peptide sources and grades (bovine vs. marine) aligned with sensory requirements, solubility targets, labeling expectations and destination market regulations.

Indicative specification points

Specifications vary by producer and grade. Typical parameters include:

• Protein content: minimum % (dry basis) as specified.
• Molecular weight distribution: defined range (impacts solubility, clarity and taste).
• Moisture: controlled for stability and flowability.
• Ash: defined range (minerals/salt content relevant for taste and beverage clarity).
• pH (solution): indicative range at stated concentration.
• Solubility & clarity: defined test methods for instantized/clear beverage grades (where applicable).
• Microbiological criteria: controlled to meet food ingredient standards.
• Heavy metals/contaminants: controlled; marine grades may include additional controls depending on regulations.
• Origin & traceability: documentation for raw material source and traceability.
• Allergen declarations: especially important for marine collagen (fish).

Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet. Additional documents can include origin statements, dietary suitability, Halal/Kosher where applicable, BSE/TSE statements for bovine sources, and compliance declarations depending on grade and destination markets.

Functional beverages & RTD nutrition

• Protein water and functional drinks: clear-grade collagen peptides can support high protein with low viscosity (clarity depends on grade and pH).
• Beauty drinks: combined with vitamins/minerals and flavor systems for “beauty-from-within” concepts (claims market dependent).
• Acidic beverages: test solubility and stability at target pH; flavor masking may be needed.

Powders, stick packs & instant mixes

• Collagen powders and instant drinks: fast dissolving behavior supports convenient use.
• Blends with sweeteners, acids and flavors to optimize taste and mouthfeel.
• Protein premixes: combined with whey or plant proteins for balanced protein systems (concept dependent).

Bars, gummies & functional foods (selected)

• Protein bars and bites: supports protein enrichment; manage moisture and texture with syrups/fibers.
• Gummies/chews: gelatin remains primary gelling agent, but collagen peptides can be used for protein enrichment in some designs.

Beauty, joint & active nutrition concepts

• Beauty supplements: typically formulated with vitamins (e.g., C) and minerals to support product positioning (claims regulated).
• Joint support: used in powders and capsules/tablets; often combined with glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM or botanical extracts (concept dependent).
• Sports nutrition: used in protein blends or recovery mixes for specific positioning.

Formulation guidance

• Grade selection: choose based on solubility/clarity needs, sensory and source positioning (bovine vs. marine).
• Flavor masking: marine collagen may require stronger flavors; sweetener systems and acids can help.
• Process compatibility: validate in your process (heat treatment, UHT, homogenization) for RTD products.
• pH and minerals: ionic strength can affect clarity; optimize with buffers and mineral choices.
• Claims compliance: confirm permitted health/beauty claims and labeling rules in each target market.
• Allergen labeling: fish allergen declaration is required for marine sources in many markets.

Quality & documentation

• Supplied as food-grade hydrolyzed collagen peptides per agreed protein content, molecular weight and microbiological limits.
• Each batch delivered with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and technical data sheet.
• Documentation can include origin statements, traceability, BSE/TSE statements (bovine), allergen declarations (marine/fish), contaminants/heavy metals statements and compliance declarations.
• Production sites typically operate under recognized food safety systems such as HACCP and FSSC/ISO 22000 (producer dependent).
• Customers remain responsible for finished-product compliance, labeling and claims in destination markets.

Packaging, storage & logistics

• Packaging options: multiwall bags with liners, cartons or drums (producer dependent).
• Store in a cool, dry area away from moisture and strong odors. Reseal opened packs promptly to prevent caking.
• Use FIFO inventory management; protect from heat and humidity.
• Shipments can be arranged under FOB, CFR, CIF or other agreed Incoterms, with export/customs and quality documentation coordinated from Ankara.

To receive a tailored offer, please share your target format (RTD/powder/stick pack), preferred source (bovine or marine), desired solubility/clarity, annual volume, preferred packaging and documentation requirements (COA, origin/traceability, BSE/TSE for bovine, fish allergen statement for marine, Halal/Kosher where applicable) and destination markets. Our team will recommend suitable collagen peptide grades for your product concept.