Collagen Market Report 2026

The collagen market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $7.5 billion in 2025 to $8.24 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.9%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in dietary supplement consumption, increasing awareness of protein nutrition, expansion of gelatin manufacturing, rising demand from pharmaceutical applications, availability of animal-based collagen sources.

The collagen market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $12.09 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing adoption of plant-based and recombinant collagen, rising demand for personalized nutrition solutions, expansion of cosmetic collagen applications, growing investment in collagen research and development, increasing focus on sustainable sourcing. Major trends in the forecast period include rising demand for collagen-based nutraceuticals, increasing use in functional food products, expansion of marine and alternative collagen sources, growing adoption in anti-aging and skincare applications, enhanced focus on high-purity collagen formulations.

The rapidly increasing obese population is playing a significant role in driving the growth of the collagen market. Obesity is a serious health condition characterized by excessive body fat accumulation. It is a medical issue that raises the risk of several other diseases and health complications, including heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Collagen supplements may help enhance satiety, or the feeling of fullness, which can support weight loss and weight management by lowering hunger levels and reducing daily calorie intake. Collagen is also known to suppress ghrelin, a hormone associated with hunger. For example, according to the A-Minsia survey, obesity and metabolic syndrome have reached epidemic levels in developed countries worldwide, resulting in severe health consequences. Additionally, in March 2023, according to the World Heart Federation, a Switzerland-based non-governmental global cardiovascular organization, approximately 2.3 billion adults and children worldwide were classified as overweight or obese, and based on current trends, this figure is projected to rise to 2.7 billion by 2025. Therefore, the rapid increase in obesity prevalence is contributing to the expansion of the collagen market.

Major companies operating in the collagen market are focusing on developing innovative products, such as Nextida™ GC collagen peptides for targeted post-meal glucose management, to enhance functional nutrition, improve bioavailability, and support overall metabolic health. Nextida™ GC utilizes a proprietary peptide formulation derived from natural animal collagen that stimulates natural incretin hormones, including GLP-1 and GIP, following consumption, helping to regulate post-meal blood glucose levels. For instance, in October 2024, Darling Ingredients, a US-based collagen and gelatin manufacturer, launched Nextida™ GC, an advanced collagen peptide formulation designed to support metabolic wellness. The product delivers clinically validated doses ranging from 5 to 10 grams per serving, allowing for convenient consumption before meals. Unlike traditional collagen supplements, which primarily focus on skin, joint, or bone health, Nextida™ GC specifically targets post-prandial glucose control, thereby broadening the application of collagen within functional nutrition and lifestyle wellness.

In May 2024, HTL Biotechnology, a France-based biopolymers company, acquired Modern Meadow’s human recombinant collagen platform for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, HTL Biotechnology seeks to enhance its collagen product portfolio for beauty and biomedical applications by incorporating Modern Meadow’s recombinant collagen technology and expanding its range of high-purity, animal-free collagen solutions. Modern Meadow is a US-based biotechnology company specializing in recombinant human collagen for use in cosmetics, aesthetic medicine, and biomedical applications.

Major companies operating in the collagen market are Gelita AG, Nitta Gelatin Inc., Weishardt, Rousselot, PB Leiner, Gelnex, Italgelatine S.p.A, Ewald Gelatine GmbH, Trobas Gelatine, Junca Gelatines, Lapi Gelatine, Nippi Collagen, Darling Ingredients, Vinh Hoan Corporation, Holista CollTech, Advanced BioMatrix, Collagen Matrix, Symatese, Titan Biotech, Suboneyo Chemicals Pharmaceutical, Reinhart Foods Collagen, Geltec.

North America was the largest region in the collagen market in 2025. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the collagen market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the collagen market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The collagen market consists of sales of collagen-Infused drinks, gummy candy, berries. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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