Fish Gelatine
Fish gelatine is a versatile alternative to bovine and porcine gelatines, with applications in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Derived from the collagen found in the skin, bones, and scales of fish, it provides similar health benefits to its mammalian-sourced counterparts, particularly for skin, joints, and gut health. Sometimes considered to be more environmentally sustainable compared to other animal-derived gelatines, it’s a popular choice for many products.
Characteristics of Fish Gelatine
- Appearance: Fish gelatine typically appears as translucent sheets or a white to off-white powder. It has a slightly yellowish tint due to its natural colour.
- Texture: Like other types of gelatine, it forms a gel when dissolved in hot water and then cooled. It has the same gelling, thickening, and stabilising properties as bovine and porcine gelatines.
- Taste and Odour: Fish gelatine is odourless and flavourless when used in its purified form, but it may have a slightly fishy odour if not fully purified.
We have available to you four major types of gelatine – bovine, porcine, fish, and chicken – with a wide range of properties to meet the requirements of your application.
We are also one of the UK’s leading pharmaceutical and pet food gelatine suppliers.
Our Product Range:
- Bovine – BOV200020
- Porcine – POR200020
- Fish – FIS160014
- Chicken – CHI275008
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Uses of Fish Gelatine:
Food Industry:
- Gummy Candies: Fish gelatine is commonly used to create the chewy texture in gummy candies, marshmallows, and other gelatine-based confectioneries.
- Marshmallows: Used as an alternative to bovine and porcine gelatine in traditional marshmallow recipes. It provides the spongy, fluffy texture that is characteristic of marshmallows.
- Desserts: Fish gelatine is commonly used as a thickener in desserts such as cheesecake and mousse.
- Yogurts & Ice Creams: It helps improve the consistency and creaminess of yogurts and ice creams.
- Meat Products: Fish gelatine is also used in some meat products, such as sausages and aspic, to add texture and stabilise the product.
Pharmaceuticals:
- Capsules and Tablets: Fish gelatine is a popular alternative to bovine or porcine gelatine for making capsules.
- Supplements: Fish gelatine is used in the production of nutritional supplements, including omega-3 soft gels and other vitamin capsules.
- Wound Dressings: Gelatine’s natural healing properties are useful in some types of medical dressings, particularly for promoting tissue regeneration.
Cosmetics and Personal Care:
- Face Masks: Fish gelatine can be used in cosmetic face masks for its hydrating and skin-soothing properties.
- Hair Care: Fish gelatine is sometimes found in hair care products such as shampoos and conditioners to help strengthen and condition hair by providing proteins.
- Skin Care: Due to its collagen content, fish gelatine is used in anti-aging skin care products for improving skin elasticity and hydration.
