Beef Collagen Protein
Beef collagen/gelatin is GRAS by FDA. Risk of TSE/BSE is mitigated by FDA/USDA controls on bovine source materials.
What it is
Collagen protein extracted from bovine connective tissue (skin, bones, tendons), often partially hydrolyzed.
Protein supplement, gelling agent, texturizer, and protein fortifier.
Why it's flagged
- incomplete protein (lacks tryptophan)
- BSE/TSE risk controlled by sourcing rules
What regulators actually say
"Use of cattle materials prohibited in food due to BSE risk... specifies sourcing controls for bovine-derived ingredients."
"Collagen and gelatin from bovine sources are subject to specified risk material controls under EU food hygiene regulations."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
GRAS gelatin/collagen; bovine source restrictions per 21 CFR 189.5 and 9 CFR.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted; collagen evaluated under EU Regulation 853/2004.
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