Collagen Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033

Collagen Market Overview

The global collagen market size was valued at USD 9.4 Billion  in 2024 and is projected to reach from USD 9.9 Billion  in 2025 to USD 15.85 Billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 5.4% during the forecast period (2025-2033).The growth of the market is attributed to widescale adoption in end-use applications.

Key Market Indicators

• Europe dominated the collagen market and accounted for a 35% share in 2024
• Based on source, it is envisioned that bovines will have the most significant share in the collagen market, commanding 
• Based on product, the gelatin collagen will hold around 68.2% of the total market share during the forecast period.
• Based on application, the healthcare industry will command the largest share of around 47.8% during the forecast period. 

Market Size & Forecast

• 2024 Market Size:USD 9.4 Billion
• 2033 Projected Market Size:USD 15.85 Billion
• CAGR (2025-2033): 26.40%
• Europe : Largest market in 2024
• North America: Fastest growing market

Collagen is a tough, insoluble, fibrous protein that accounts for one-third of the body's protein. In most of it, molecules are tightly packed to produce long, thin fibrils. These serve as supporting structures and cellular anchors. They provide the skin with resilience and elasticity. Collagens in the human body are resilient and elastic. It can be reabsorbed. This indicates that the body can be degraded, converted, and reabsorbed. Additionally, it can be shaped into compacted solids and lattice-like gels.

Collagen Market Trend

Its diverse range of functions and natural occurrence render it clinically versatile and convenient for various medical applications. It is industrially expunged from the bones, skin, cartilage, tendons, and tissues of Bovine, pigs, poultry, and marine animals. It is prevalent in the bones, muscles, and blood, constituting three-quarters of the skin and one-third of the human body's protein.

The global market is anticipated to be driven by expanding applications in the food and beverage, healthcare, and pharmaceutical industries. In addition, the market is expected to profit from the growing prevalence of collagen-based products due to their superior gelling, emulsifying, and binding properties in food products. Additionally, the market is likely to advance because consumers increasingly adopt the product.

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Collagen Market Growth Factors

Widescale Adoption in End-Use Applications

The food and beverage, biomedical materials and devices, cosmetics and wellness, and pharmaceutical industries, primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, have increased their demand for it and related products. In addition, the market has benefited from the increasing disposable income of consumers and the growing geriatric population, particularly in Asia-Pacific, which has led to an increase in consumption of collagen-based cosmetics and wellness products and collagen-based biomedical devices and materials.

As it is an essential protein for the human body and has multiple nutritional, skin, and health benefits, the food and beverage industry is a significant driver of gelatin and hydrolyzed collagen demand. The food and beverage industry can be subdivided into bakery products, nutritional supplements, and sports nutrition. Increasing concerns about health and fitness, shifting consumer preferences toward high-nutrition products, changing lifestyles, and approval of gelatin's use in food products are anticipated to propel the market over the forecast period.

Over the forecast period, investments in research and development of sophisticated solutions for tissue engineering and cell proliferation and surgical needs such as dental, orthopedic, vascular, and neuro are anticipated to positively impact the demand for collagen and related products. The demand for it is expected to increase due to growing end-use applications, shifting consumer preferences and lifestyles, rising disposable income, and increasing health and personal care awareness, particularly in the developing economies of Asia-Pacific, such as China, India, and Malaysia.

Increased Demand for Collagen-Based Cosmetics Products

The demand for cosmetics, skincare, and wellness products containing collagen has increased. The utilization of it in skincare and personal care products provides better anti-aging properties, contributing to the increasing popularity of such products, which is supposed to propel the consumption of collagen-based cosmetics over the forecast period.

Major companies in the industry, such as Connoils, Gelita, and Rousselot, are developing cosmetics, skincare, and personal care products with anti-aging, cell repair, and skin-enhancing properties. Businesses spend heavily on research and development to provide advanced collagen solutions and collagen-based products for medical devices and biomaterials. This is expected to drive its demand in the coming years.

The Benefit of Collagen in the Food and Beverage Sector

In confectionary items, it enhances texture, foam stability, and chewiness. In dairy products, it serves as a stabilizing and texturizing agent. Additionally, it improves the softness and flexibility of nutritional bars and serves as a binding agent for their contents. It has a variety of functions, which has led to an increase in its utilization in the food business. Malnutrition, as well as specific digestion and absorption issues, are also treated with it. These elements are anticipated to fuel the collagen market's rise in value sales.

Market Restraint

Concerns regarding Transfer of Disease

The threat of disease transmission from animal-based raw materials, including pigskin, cattle hides, and fish scales, is anticipated to restrain the market. Concerns regarding the risk of animal diseases transmitted to humans through its consumption threaten the market's expansion. The transfer of zoonotic diseases from cattle hides as raw materials for its extraction is expected to impede market expansion.

The incidence of zoonotic diseases in humans has increased. Common cattle diseases include Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE), Hemorrhagic fevers, Anthrax, and Leptospirosis. BSE is one of the most transmissible neurodegenerative diseases in cattle, which can be transmitted directly or indirectly to humans and results in severe brain and organ damage.

In addition, the social and cultural beliefs associated with the consumption of animal-based products, particularly in countries like India, pose a challenge to the expansion of the market. India has a potential demand for collagen-based products as an emerging economy due to changing lifestyles and a growing elderly population. The restriction on the killing of cattle and beef consumption in most Indian states is anticipated to impede the market's growth.

Market Opportunity

Umpteen Usage in Healthcare Industry Creates New Opportunities

Collagen-based products are widely utilized in the healthcare industry. Due to the upsurge in demand for cosmetic surgeries and wound healing treatments, it is used for various decorative applications. The global market has been propelled by the rising purchasing power of consumers and the rising popularity of cosmetic skin procedures. The key market participants have a limited number of production capacities. Their product-manufacturing units are located close to the raw material source, resulting in low procurement costs. Furthermore, the companies are involved in distributing the product through vast distribution networks that span Europe and North America's foremost consumer economies.

Additionally, the product is gaining popularity as a bone void filler in the healthcare industry due to stimulating bone growth. Over the forecast period, the demand for collagen sponges to transport proteins in bone-repair treatments is anticipated to drive market expansion. Through global expansion and strategic alliances, most market leaders are focusing on reinforcing their market position in emerging and local markets, particularly in Asia-Pacific and the Middle East and Africa. The said factors are expected to create pristine opportunities for the global market.

Regional Analysis

Europe Collagen Market Trend

Europe will dominate the regional market by holding around 33.4% of the total market share during the forecast period. The European market for collagen is governed by stringent regulations established by the European Commission. The utilization of it of superior quality in the manufacturing of bone and tissue reconstruction patches is estimated to boost market growth over the forecast period. Using collagen-based products such as cosmetics, food products, beverages for rejuvenation, and pharmaceuticals drives regional demand.

Furthermore, the rising demand for purified collagen to manufacture collagen casings for meat is anticipated to drive market growth during the forecast period. In Europe, most collagen will come from bovine and porcine sources. The region is entitled to the presence of a large population of red meat eaters, which is strengthening the meat production industry. The presence of a significant meat processing sector and slaughterhouses in the region increases collagen production.

North America Collagen Market Trend

The North American region will hold the second-largest share with around 28.7% of the total market during the forecast period. The growth of various end-user industries, such as healthcare, cosmetics, and food and beverage, is anticipated to drive the North American collagen market. In addition, the growing preference for health drinks among consumers is expected to positively impact the regional market. The regional market is anticipated to profit from the robust healthcare industry and high public spending on healthcare, particularly in the United States.

Due to the introduction of specialty gums by confectionery product manufacturers such as Cadbury Adams and Wrigley, the North American market is anticipated to experience sustained growth throughout the forecast period. In addition, advances in bone reconstruction and grafting techniques are expected to drive demand, resulting in market expansion over the forecast period. In addition, an increase in demand for bovine collagen in dietary supplements is anticipated to propel the market over the forecast period.

Asia Pacific Collagen Market Trend

Asia Pacific is expected to become the most profitable area, with a volume-based CAGR of 9.7% during the projected period. A well-established meat processing sector is present in the area, and government agencies spend a lot of money on industrial development to spur economic growth. High expenditures on research and development to create collagen-based products are also anticipated to support market expansion.

Market Segmentation

Source Insights

It is envisioned that bovines will have the most significant share in the collagen market, commanding around 39.4% of the total source market by 2030. One of the most popular means of collagen extraction is bovine. It is found in the bones, cartilage, and hides of cattle. The collagen extracted from bones, furs, and cartilage varies in quality. Due to the widespread availability of livestock and the rise in beef production, bovine collagen is abundant. It is derived from bovines is used to alleviate osteoporosis and osteoarthritis symptoms. Aid digestion, heal the gut, increase muscle strength, strengthen nails, stimulate hair growth, and plump and hydrate the skin with bovine-derived supplements.

Due to an increased emphasis on personal health, fitness, and skincare, the market for bovine collagen and its products is envisioned to grow over the forecast period. Due to the abundance of cattle, bovine collagen accounts for a more significant proportion of the market and is less expensive than other sources. However, the inclusion of bovine collagen in several product formulations has raised concerns regarding the potential transmission of bovine spongiform encephalopathy to humans, which is anticipated to restrain demand for bovine collagen over the forecast period.

The fastest growth is anticipated for marine-based sources, with a revenue-based CAGR of 10.0% from 2023 to 2031. Due to its high absorption rate and bioavailability, marine collagen is superior to bovine or porcine sources. However, the cost of marine collagen is comparatively higher than that of bovine and porcine forms, which is anticipated to impede segment growth.

Product Insights

The gelatin collagen will hold around 68.2% of the total market share during the forecast period. Gelatin is utilized extensively in numerous end-use industries, including the food and beverage, healthcare, and pharmaceutical sectors. Fish is considered to be a significant source of gelatin. The fishing industries of India and China have experienced substantial growth due to the rising demand for fish products and the supportive government policies in these nations. Therefore, it is anticipated that the Asia-Pacific region will attract many manufacturers searching for dependable feedstock for gelatin production.

The existence of an established food and beverage industry in the United States has led to stable gelatin consumption in North America. The rapidly increasing consumption of food products such as pasta, salads, yogurts, ice creams, jams, and jellies can be attributed to the increasing demand for gelatin as a food stabilizer in all regions.

The fastest market growth is projected for hydrolyzed collagen throughout the projection period, supported by increased use in dental and healthcare applications for tissue healing. Segment expansion has aided businesses' increasing efforts to utilize hydrolyzed collagen in treating bone-related diseases, including osteoarthritis.

Application Insights

The healthcare industry will command the largest share of around 47.8% during the forecast period. Several bones and joint disorders, such as osteoarthritis, gouty arthritis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, are treated with collagen. Arthritis is an inflammatory disease that causes joint inflammation, pain, stiffness, and function loss. Regular consumption of supplements containing collagen reduces inflammation and alleviates joint pain, thus reducing the impact of arthritis. In addition, collagen supplementation promotes cartilage growth by preventing cartilage deterioration, thereby enhancing joint function. In addition, it supports joint mobility and flexibility, resulting in healthier and stronger bones.

Due to increased demand for dietary supplements and functional foods and drinks in North America and Europe, the food and beverage category is anticipated to grow at the most effective rate throughout the forecast period. By 2031, new business opportunities are anticipated due to the product's growing acceptance as a cosmetic ingredient to delay the appearance of wrinkles.

List of key players in Collagen Market

1. Rousselot
2. GELITA AG
3. Tessenderlo Group
4. STERLING GELATIN
5. Weishardt Holding SA
6. Juncà Gelatines SL
7. Xiamen Yiyu Biological Technology Co., Ltd.
8. Symatese
9. Collagen Matrix, Inc.
10. Collagen Solutions Plc
11. ConnOils LLC
12. Advanced BioMatrix, Inc.
13. Nitta Gelatin, NA Inc.
14. Athos Collagen Pvt. Ltd.
15. Vitafoods Europe
16. Others

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Recent Development

• June 2025:-  Sterling Gelatin announced the launch/rollout of an Operational Excellence (OpEx) program and highlighted sustainability activities around World Environment Day (company communications in spring–early summer 2025).
• May 2025:-  Tessenderlo Group & Darling Ingredients agree to form a new joint-venture (Nextida) to combine their collagen/gelatin businesses (PB Leiner + Rousselot).
• May 2025:-  Rousselot (Darling Ingredients’ collagen brand) announced it will showcase its Nextida® GC collagen peptide (glucose-control profile) at Vitafoods Europe 2025.
  Source: Rousselot / Darling Ingredients product announcement for Vitafoods Europe (Nextida® GC).
• May 2025:-  Tessenderlo Group (as part of the Nextida announcement) explicitly positioned PB Leiner’s collagen/gelatin assets for accelerated growth in health/wellness Tessenderlo will hold a minority stake in Nextida.
• May 2025:-  Juncà Gelatines (Juncà) exhibited / participated in Vitafoods Europe 2025 (trade-show presence; regional commercial activity / outreach).
  Source: Lapi Gelatine / Juncà & Vitafoods writeups noting Juncà’s presence at Vitafoods and related trade show participation. 
• May 2025:-  Weishardt (Weishardt Holding SA) presence / activity at Vitafoods Europe 2025  company promotional participation and focus on innovation in collagen/gelatin ingredients (trade show activity).
• April 2025:-  Rousselot’s Peptan® collagen peptides range earned Upcycled Certified® status from Where Food Comes From (WFCF).
  Source: Rousselot / Darling press release on Upcycled Certified® for Peptan®.
• Mar–Apr 2025:-  GELITA ran several product & clinical communications in spring 2025 (campaigns promoting bioactive collagen peptides, including VERISOL® clinical updates and a "BE ACTIVE!" nutrition framing).
• Apr–Jun 2025:-  Industry / market reports and press coverage (multiple outlets) highlighted growing demand for collagen/gelatin (marine collagen interest, pharma gelatin demand) and listed GELITA, Rousselot, PB Leiner/Tessenderlo and others as active players with new product/strategic moves in 2025.