🇺🇸 FDA
GRAS · DSHEA dietary supplement; structure/function claims permitted
Collagen Peptides (Hydrolyzed Type I/II/III)
Also known as: Hydrolyzed collagen · Collagen hydrolysate · Bioactive collagen peptides (BCP)
Mechanism of action
- Bioactive dipeptide/tripeptide absorption (Pro-Hyp · Hyp-Gly)
- Dermal fibroblast collagen synthesis stimulation
- Chondrocyte matrix turnover signaling
- Glycine + proline + hydroxyproline amino acid supply
Molecular + tissue targets
- Dermal extracellular matrix
- Articular cartilage
- Connective tissue
Dosage range
2.5-10 g/day hydrolyzed collagen peptides; 40 mg/day UC-II undenatured Type II for joint comfort RCTs
Safety notes
Generally well tolerated; bovine/marine/porcine source allergens possible; vegan-incompatible (animal-derived)
Cross-market regulatory status
🇪🇺 EFSA
No authorized health claim (collagen-specific claims rejected 2011)
🇧🇷 ANVISA
RDC 243/2018 dietary supplement · IN 28/2018 alegação funcional not authorized for collagen
Common use cases
- skin elasticity/hydration
- joint comfort (research context)
- connective tissue support
Cross-reference
Health goals: skin beauty joint bone athletic performance
Lifestyles: senior 60 plus menopause athletic performance
Full dossier: /ingredients/collagen-peptides/
Machine-readable JSON: /api/nc/collagen-peptides.json