Ingredient

Bovine Collagen

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add bovine collagen for its protein content and potential functional properties in food. …

What it is

Bovine collagen is a protein derived from cows. It is extracted from the connective tissues, bones, and hides of cattle. The process typically involves boiling these materials in water to break down the collagen into a more digestible form, often resulting in gelatin or hydrolyzed collagen.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add bovine collagen for its protein content and potential functional properties in food. It can act as a binder, thickener, or emulsifier. It is frequently found in protein bars, supplements, and some processed foods aiming to boost protein content.

Health notes

Bovine collagen is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as intended in food. JECFA has evaluated collagen and gelatin, setting acceptable daily intakes. Some peer-reviewed reviews suggest potential benefits for skin, joint, and bone health, but more research is needed to confirm these effects at typical dietary intake levels. Evidence is mixed, and it is not a cure for any disease.

Allergen info

Bovine collagen is derived from cows, which are not among the FDA's nine major food allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Bovine Collagen

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Life Gourmet Shop LLC. Spicy Chicken Sausage & Scrambled Eggs With Sweet Potato Hash & Coconut Ranch Dressing Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches, Biscuits & Meals High in sodium — 39% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 116% DV per serving 165kcal 10.3Protein 10.0Fat 7.9Carbs Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Home Made Bar, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Southwest Products Corp. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Home Made Bar, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 450kcal 31.7Protein 21.7Fat 36.7Carbs Blueberry Walnut With Collagen Superfood Oatmeal, Blueberry Walnut Purely Elizabeth Blueberry Walnut With Collagen Superfood Oatmeal, Blueberry Walnut Cereal 397kcal 15.5Protein 8.6Fat 63.8Carbs Toasted Hazelnut Protein Creamer, Toasted Hazelnut Windmill Health Products Toasted Hazelnut Protein Creamer, Toasted Hazelnut Milk Additives 467kcal 66.7Protein 20Fat 6.7Carbs Elevate Brands LLC Butter & Salt Protein Bars, Butter & Salt Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 471kcal 19.6Protein 37.2Fat 33.3Carbs Rachio, Inc. Peanutty Dark Chocolate Superfood Prebiotic Bars, Peanutty Dark Chocolate Snack, Energy & Granola Bars 467kcal 28.9Protein 28.9Fat 28.9Carbs Windmill Health Products Medium Roast Toasted Hazelnut 100% Arabica Protein Coffee, Toasted Hazelnut Coffee 333kcal 66.7Protein 0Fat 20Carbs Butter & Salt With Collagen Krisp Protein Bar, Butter & Salt Elevate Brands LLC Butter & Salt With Collagen Krisp Protein Bar, Butter & Salt Snack, Energy & Granola Bars High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 471kcal 19.6Protein 37.2Fat 33.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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