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Hydrolyzed Collagen
Hydrolyzed Collagen
Low concern
Hydrolyzed collagen is generally considered safe for consumption and is regulated as a dietary ingredient/food. It is a source of amino acids (notably glycine, proline, hydroxyproline).
Found in
1,057 products
What it is
Collagen protein from animal connective tissue (bovine, porcine, marine) broken into smaller peptides via enzymatic hydrolysis.
Protein supplement, gelling/thickening agent, and texture enhancer in foods and beverages.
Why it's flagged
- allergen for those avoiding bovine/porcine/fish products
What regulators actually say
"Substances that are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use in food, including substances of animal origin used in foods."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Regulated as food/dietary ingredient; collagen-derived gelatin is GRAS.
European Union — EFSA
Authorised as food and food supplement ingredient.
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