World-class gelatins
Gelatin is Rousselot's primary business. We have extensive expertise in gelatin, which excels in a wide range of applications. Our products set the industry standard for quality, consistency and safety, enabling manufacturers to deliver exceptional consumer products.
Our gelatin products
Our comprehensive range of solutions includes standard and specialty gelatins. Learn more about our products.
Quali-Pure®
Clinical-grade, endotoxin-controlled gelatins for medical applications.
Insights
What is gelatin?
A safe ingredient with a long tradition.
A hydrocolloid with unique gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties.
A pure protein. Provides 4kcal per gram.
Non-allergenic, cholesterol free, purine-free and fat-free.
Unique functionalities and properties
Why gelatin?
As an ingredient, gelatin offers manufacturers several benefits that make it stand out. These include:
Clean label
Gelatin is classified as a foodstuff, not a food additive, and has received GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) status from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). A food ingredient with no E number, gelatin appeals to consumers seeking clean labeling on products.
Unique properties and functionalities
No other ingredient exhibits as many functionalities and properties as gelatin, which makes it an unrivaled asset to formulation design and to shorter ingredient lists.
Sustainability
Originating from the meat processing industry, gelatin is an upcycled ingredient that contributes to a circular and more sustainable economy.
How it works
Production process
Our gelatins are obtained through the partial hydrolysis of collagen found in the bones and skin of bovine, porcine and fish sources. We use two methods to manufactue gelatin: alkaline and acid. Every stage of the process occurs under strict hygienic conditions, and no chemical modification occurs throughout production.
Discover more about gelatin—its versatility, multifunctionality and production process—in our gelatin booklet.
DiscoverFind out how gelatin is applied
Select your application
Whether designing dietary supplements, functional foods, or working in the biomedical field, our gelatins can help you overcome technical challenges to achieve superior products.
Resources
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A brief history of gelatin manufacturing
The centuries-long history of gelatin is a history of exploration and refinement of one of nature’s truly diverse and useful substances.
Understanding the versatility of gelatin
Discover the incredible versatility of gelatin, a natural protein that has been used for centuries across a wide range of industries, from food to pharmaceuticals and beyond. Learn how different types of gelatin are tailored to meet specific needs in various applications.
What is gelatin made of
Learn about the natural origins of gelatin, derived from collagen found in animal by-products, and how it has been refined over centuries for a wide range of applications, from food to pharmaceuticals.