Fish Gelatin Global Market Report 2025

The fish gelatin market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $0.39 billion in 2024 to $0.41 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.4%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to rising demand for halal and kosher-certified gelatin products, increasing awareness of allergies and dietary restrictions, expansion of the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries, growing preference for natural and clean-label ingredients, and the rise of fish processing industries.

The fish gelatin market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $0.52 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing consumer demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly gelatin sources, the expansion of the cosmetic industry, rising adoption of fish gelatin, greater regulatory support and standardization, and growing investments in advanced extraction technologies. Major trends expected during this period include a strong focus on sustainability encouraging the use of fish by-products for gelatin production, the influence of the clean-label movement, the growth of vegetarian and pescatarian diets, technological advancements, and broader acceptance and utilization of fish gelatin across industries.

The increasing focus on health and wellness is anticipated to drive the fish gelatin market's growth in the coming years. Health and wellness encompass the physical, mental, and emotional well-being supported by healthy lifestyle choices and self-care routines. This trend is propelled by a heightened focus on preventive care, prioritizing the maintenance of good health and illness prevention over symptom treatment. Fish gelatin supports this movement by providing a readily absorbable collagen source that promotes skin, joint, and bone health. Additionally, it serves as a natural and hypoallergenic alternative to mammalian gelatin in supplements and functional foods. For example, in May 2022, a survey conducted by the International Food Information Council, a U.S.-based non-profit organization, among 1,005 American adults aged 18-80 and Gen Z consumers aged 18-24, revealed that approximately 52% of respondents were following a specific diet or eating style, an increase from 39% in 2021. The most popular dietary approaches included clean eating (16%), mindful eating (14%), and calorie counting (13%). Hence, the increasing interest in health and wellness is a key driver of the fish gelatin market.

Leading companies in the fish gelatin market are concentrating on creating innovative products such as hydrogels to cater to the growing demand for marine-based, biocompatible biomedical materials. Hydrogels are three-dimensional structures made from hydrophilic polymers that can absorb and retain significant amounts of water or biological fluids without breaking down. For instance, in April 2025, scientists at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa), a Switzerland-based research institution, developed an advanced hydrogel sourced from cold-water fish gelatin. This hydrogel is notable for its superior mechanical durability and resistance to swelling, making it highly suitable for detailed 3D bioprinting of multilayered artificial skin that replicates the structure and biological environment of real human skin. This breakthrough is expected to enhance wound care, regenerative medicine, and skin disease studies by offering customizable, biologically compatible skin models and dressings. The technology has been submitted for patent protection to enable broader use in both research and clinical settings.

In February 2024, Caldic, a Netherlands-based full-service provider and distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, formed a partnership with Nitta Gelatin to advance the development and distribution of collagen and gelatin solutions throughout Europe. This collaboration is designed to strengthen the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care sectors across the region by merging Caldic’s robust distribution network and application expertise with Nitta Gelatin’s wide array of specialty collagen and fish gelatin products. Nitta Gelatin is a Japan-based company known for its fish gelatin and collagen peptide offerings.

Major players in the fish gelatin market are Darling Ingredients, Vinh Hoan Corporation, Gelita AG, PB Leiner, Weishardt Group, Kenney & Ross Limited, Hainan Huayan Collagen Technology Co. Ltd., Foodchem International Corporation, Fenchem, Trobas Gelatine B.V., Nitta Gelatin Inc., Lapi Gelatine S.p.A., Norland Products Incorporated, Athos Collagen Pvt. Ltd., Xiamen Gelken Gelatin Co. Ltd., Jellice Co. Ltd., Jiliding Marine Biotech Co. Ltd, Banagel Co. Ltd., Sterling Gelatin, Zibo Ouchang Gelatin Sales Co. Ltd., YASIN.

North America was the largest region in the fish gelatin market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in fish gelatin report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.

The countries covered in the fish gelatin market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Fish gelatin is a protein obtained from the collagen present in fish skin, bones, and scales, and is commonly used as a gelling agent. It performs similarly to mammalian gelatin by forming a gel when cooled, although it typically has a lower melting point and distinct textural characteristics. Fish gelatin is often selected as an alternative by individuals who avoid beef or pork products due to religious, dietary, or ethical preferences.

The main types of fish gelatin include food grade and pharma grade. Food-grade fish gelatin is a safe, high-quality substitute for bovine or porcine gelatin, offering excellent gelling, stabilizing, and emulsifying properties that improve texture and shelf life in products like candies, desserts, and meat items. It comes in various forms, including powder, granules, and sheets, and serves multiple functions such as gelling agent, stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier. Its applications span across food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and other sectors. Distribution channels include direct sales, online retail, wholesale distributors, supermarkets, and hypermarkets.

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The fish gelatin market consists of sales of cold-water fish gelatin, warm-water fish gelatin, and type A fish gelatin. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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