Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Source (Bovine, Porcine, Marine, and Chicken), By Form (Powder, Liquid, Capsules, and Tablets), By Application (Pharmaceuticals, Food & Beverages, Cosmetics, and Pet Food), and By Region (North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East, and Africa), Analysis and Forecast 2025 - 2035

Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market Size Was Estimated at USD 2.89 Billion in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 5.39% from 2025 to 2035
• The Worldwide Hydrolyzed Collagen Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 5.15 Billion by 2035
• Asia Pacific is expected to grow the fastest during the forecast period.

The global hydrolyzed collagen market size was worth around USD 2.89 billion in 2024 and is predicted to grow to around USD 5.15 billion by 2035 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.39% from 2025 to 2035. The growing awareness about health & wellness, demand for bovine-based hydrolyzed collagen, and expanding nutraceutical & cosmetic industries are driving the hydrolyzed collagen market worldwide.

Market Overview

The hydrolyzed collagen market is an industry that emphasizes the production, distribution, and sale of hydrolyzed collagen, a form of collagen that has been broken down into smaller, more easily absorbed peptides. Hydrolyzed collagen is a group of peptides with low molecular weight that can be obtained by enzymatic action in acid or alkaline media at a specific incubation temperature. With an increasing need for convenient food, consumers are becoming aware of the health benefits of hydrolyzed collagen drinks. Further, hydrolyzed collagen is well-known for its bioavailability and health advantages, including bone joint and bone strength, skin health, and general well-being. With the increasing popularity of clean-label and protein-rich products, manufacturers are incorporating hydrolyzed collagen as a premium ingredient in edible and topical formulations. In addition, there is a growing popularity of hydrolyzed marine collagen with an increasing emphasis on natural, cleaner, and sustainably sourced ingredients. The growing use of hydrolyzed collagen as a skin anti-aging supplement, along with an increasing health consciousness, is escalating market opportunity.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the hydrolyzed collagen market based on various segments and regions, forecasts revenue growth, and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the hydrolyzed collagen market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, type launch, development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the hydrolyzed collagen market.

Driving Factors

With the increasing health and wellness awareness, the use of hydrolysed collagen as a functional supplementation food for improving the skin physiology and appearance is driving the market demand. The emergence of bovine-based hydrolysed collagen across various industries, including food & beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare, is contributing to propelling the hydrolysed collagen market. The expanding nutraceutical and cosmetic industries are anticipated to drive the market demand for hydrolysed collagen due to its properties as an anti-aging, UV protector, enhancer of fibroblast production and extracellular matrix (ECM), moisturizer, and nutraceutical.  

Restraining Factors

The availability of hydrolyzed collagen alternatives like tofu, peanuts, and cashews is reducing the need for hydrolyzed collagen, thereby challenging the market. Further, the increased manufacturing and R&D costs are hampering the market demand.

Market Segmentation

The hydrolyzed collagen market share is classified into source, form, and application.

• The bovine segment dominated the market with a major market share in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the source, the hydrolyzed collagen market is divided into bovine, porcine, marine, and chicken. Among these, the bovine segment dominated the market with a major market share in 2024 and is projected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. Bovine is the most common source of hydrolysed collagen due to its biocompatibility. It includes the production by the extraction of collagen from various types of tissues, like bones, tendons, lung tissue, and connective tissue. The wide-ranging application of bovine collagen across the health supplements and cosmetic industry is propelling the market in the bovine segment.

• The powder segment accounted for a significant market share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the form, the hydrolyzed collagen market is divided into powder, liquid, capsules, and tablets. Among these, the powder segment accounted for a significant market share in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The powder form of hydrolysed collagen is extensively used in food applications, including espresso, smoothies, dairy items, and other confectionery products, due to its good mixing properties. The versatility and ease of incorporation of the powdered hydrolysed collagen into various recipes and dietary supplements are driving the market growth.

• The pharmaceuticals segment dominated the hydrolysed collagen market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.

Based on the application, the hydrolyzed collagen market is divided into pharmaceuticals, food & beverages, cosmetics, and pet food. Among these, the pharmaceuticals segment dominated the hydrolysed collagen market in 2024 and is anticipated to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period. In the pharmaceutical sector, hydrolysed collagen is used in the development of antioxidant supplements and in combination with hyaluronic acid and vitamin C. Further, due to its therapeutic effect in osteoporosis and osteoarthritis, a daily dose of this collagen enhances bone health. The therapeutic advancements of hydrolysed collagen in drug delivery systems and wound healing are promoting the market growth in the pharmaceutical segment.

Regional Segment Analysis of the Hydrolyzed Collagen Market

• North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico) 
• Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Rest of Europe)
• Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Rest of APAC)
• South America (Brazil and the Rest of South America) 
• The Middle East and Africa (UAE, South Africa, Rest of MEA)

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the hydrolyzed collagen market over the predicted timeframe.

North America is anticipated to hold the largest share of the hydrolyzed collagen market over the predicted timeframe. The region’s well-established healthcare infrastructure and increased consumer awareness about product benefits are responsible for driving the hydrolysed collagen market. The growing product innovation and adoption of business expansion strategies for providing better customer satisfaction are propelling the market growth.

Asia Pacific is expected to grow at a rapid CAGR in the hydrolyzed collagen market during the forecast period. An increasing need for collagen-based personal and skin care products is contributing to the growth of the hydrolysed collagen market. Further, the increasing popularity of food & beverages among the health-conscious population is driving the market for hydrolysed collagen as it allows food, beverage, and dietary supplement companies to meet the market’s insatiable demand for protein supplementation.

Europe is anticipated to witness substantial CAGR growth in the hydrolyzed collagen market during the predicted timeframe. The growing popularity of anti-aging beauty products, with the evolving lifestyle trends influencing the purchasing behaviour of customers, thereby propelling the market for hydrolysed collagen.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the hydrolyzed collagen market, along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their type of offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes type development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Rousselot
• Vital Proteins
• Gelnex
• PB Gelatins
• Gelita AG
• Ammerlander Kurmittelhaus
• Ginkgo BioWorks
• Bovogen Biologicals
• Tessenderlo Group
• Nutraceutical International Corporation
• Evolva Holding SA
• Nitta Gelatin
• Harbin Pharmaceutical Group
• Collagen Solutions PLC
• Koninklijke DSM
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting And Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs) 

Recent Development

• In May 2024, Adroit Biomed Ltd., a pharmaceutical healthcare company, is all set to launch its latest innovative, technologically advanced, High-Performance Collagen, Fortisil C, a marine-based high-performance collagen product that is set to revolutionize the skincare industry.

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at global, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the hydrolyzed collagen market based on the below-mentioned segments:  

Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market, By Source

• Bovine
• Porcine
• Marine
• Chicken

Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market, By Form

• Powder
• Liquid
• Capsules
• Tablets

Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market, By Application

• Pharmaceuticals
• Food & Beverages
• Cosmetics
• Pet Food

Global Hydrolyzed Collagen Market, By Regional Analysis

• North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico

• Europe
  • Germany
  • UK
  • France
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Russia
  • Rest of Europe

• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific

• South America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South America

• Middle East & Africa
  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East & Africa