What are the different sources of collagen?

Fish Collagen

Source: Derived from the skin, scales, bones and other parts of marine fish. It is highly absorbable and widely used in skin beauty and anti-aging supplements.

Advantages: Fast absorption, small molecular weight, and high purity. It generally causes fewer allergic reactions, making it ideal for skin beauty dietary supplements.

Target Consumers: Seafood lovers and consumers who prioritize absorption efficiency.

Disadvantages: Relatively high price; some consumers may have seafood allergies.

Bovine Collagen

Source: Extracted from bovine skin, bones and connective tissues, rich in type I collagen. It supports skin health, joint care and bone nutrition.

Advantages: Relatively low cost and controllable production expenses, suitable for products requiring large amounts of raw materials. Mainly derived from cowhide, bones, etc.

Target Consumers: Manufacturers focusing on cost control, and consumers concerned about joint or bone health.

Disadvantages: Absorption speed is slower than fish collagen. It may also be restricted by cultural or religious beliefs (e.g., avoided by Muslim, Jewish and other groups).

Porcine Collagen

Source: Obtained from porcine skin and bones with low molecular weight, commonly used in cosmetic products, while cultural and religious factors should be considered.

Advantages: Low production cost and small molecular weight, suitable for skin care and beauty products.

Target Consumers: Manufacturers with limited budgets, while the cultural background of the target market needs to be considered (some cultural/religious groups avoid porcine products).

Disadvantages: May face religious or cultural objections (e.g., among Muslims or Jews).

Chicken Collagen

Source: Mainly sourced from chicken sternal cartilage, rich in type II collagen, often used in supplements for joint and cartilage health.

Advantages: Suitable for joint health products, especially Type II collagen, which performs well in joint repair.

Target Consumers: Mainly used in joint health supplements.

Disadvantages: Less ideal for skin beauty-focused dietary supplements compared with fish or bovine collagen.

Plant-based Collagen

Composed of ingredients extracted from soybeans, peas and other plant sources, For example, HS Nutra launched KOLLAVEG®, a vegetarian collagen sourced from marine algae, in 2025.suitable for vegetarians and people with specific allergies.