Collagen
Collagen may be used as a food, carrier, stabilizer or thickener.
Found In
- Beverages
- Bone broth
- Protein powders
- Skin supplements
- Beverages
- Bone broth
- Protein powders
- Skin supplements
Also Known As
- Atelocollagen
- Collagen Peptides
- Edible Gelatin
- Gelatin
- Hydrolyzed Collagen
- Atelocollagen
- Collagen Peptides
- Edible Gelatin
- Gelatin
- Hydrolyzed Collagen
The Beverage Bottom Line
Collagen is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Collagen is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Generally recognized as safe for intended uses. (GRAS Self-Determined)
Collagen (or gelatin) may be used as an ingredient in products labeled as organic.
In 1975, the health aspects of gelatin as a food ingredient were evaluated.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
Considered a food.
In 2011, EFSA evaluated a health claim related to collagen hydrolysate and maintenance of joints.
Learn more →JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →Health Canada
Safe for intended uses. Ingredient has a history of safe use as a food.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025