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Marine Type I collagen peptide powder
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Marine Type I Collagen Peptide

Tasteless. Odourless. Traceable to the boat.

Hydrolysed Type I collagen recovered from demineralised fish scale, with a controlled molecular weight distribution for nutraceutical, food and cosmetic formulation. Supplied in bulk, to standard grades or to your own specification.

Place of originChennai, Tamil Nadu, India
BrandTwinTucks Biosciences
SourceMarine fish scale (Coromandel coast species)
Collagen typeType I
GradesStandard and premium
CertificationFSSAI in progress — see current status
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Product details

Molecular weight< 3,000 Da standard
< 1,000 Da premium
SourceMarine fish scale
AppearanceOff-white to light cream powder
OdourNeutral to characteristic
Protein≥ 90% standard, ≥ 95% premium
SolubilityComplete in cold water

Supply terms

Minimum order quantityOn enquiry — trial quantities available
PriceOn enquiry, by grade and volume
Packaging15 / 20 / 25 kg multi-layer sacks with polyethylene inner liner. Customised packing available
DeliveryConfirmed at order, subject to production schedule
Payment termsAgreed at order. Rupee terms for domestic supply
Supply capabilityDiscussed at enquiry. We commit only to volumes we can reliably meet

Product description

Marine Type I collagen peptide is produced from fish scales recovered at landing centres along the Coromandel coast. Scales are washed, demineralised to remove the hydroxyapatite fraction, then subjected to controlled enzymatic hydrolysis and membrane fractionation to reach a defined molecular weight distribution, before concentration and spray drying.

Type I is the dominant structural collagen in skin, bone, tendon and connective tissue, and is the form specified across the nutraceutical and cosmetic sectors. Marine-derived peptides are typically smaller than bovine peptides, which supports faster absorption — and marine origin avoids the dietary constraints that limit bovine and porcine collagen across much of the Indian market.

Product characteristics

OriginMarine fish scale
AppearanceOff-white to light cream, free-flowing powder
OdourNeutral to characteristic, no off-notes
SolubilityComplete in cold water, clear solution at 1% w/v
Molecular weight< 3,000 Da (standard), < 1,000 Da (premium)
Amino acid profileRich in glycine, proline and hydroxyproline

Functions

  • Supports skin hydration, elasticity and appearance
  • Supports hair and nail condition
  • Supports joint comfort and connective tissue
  • Provides bioavailable protein with a high glycine and proline content
  • Contributes protein fortification without altering mouthfeel in beverages

Applications

  • Nutraceutical supplements — sachets, stick packs, capsules, tablets, gummies
  • Functional beverages, protein bars, dairy and cereal fortification
  • Sports nutrition and recovery blends
  • Cosmetic formulation — serums, creams, masks
  • Clinical and medical nutrition
Formulation advantages

What matters when you put it in a product

The collagen source you choose determines absorption rate, sensory profile and where the finished product can be sold. These are the four properties formulators ask us about most.

Molecular weight built for absorption

Extensively hydrolysed peptides, typically under 3,000 daltons and below 1,000 in premium grade. Smaller peptides are absorbed faster in the intestine, which is the basis of marine collagen's position in the beauty-from-within category.

Neutral odour and taste

Activated carbon treatment and multi-stage filtration remove the marine notes and bitterness associated with poorly processed fish collagen. This is what makes the material usable in lightly flavoured waters and unflavoured powders, where off-notes cannot be masked.

Dissolves without clumping

A fine, free-flowing powder that goes into both hot and cold water cleanly, giving a clear solution at typical dosing levels. Practical rather than theoretical — it determines whether a beverage line runs smoothly.

Marine origin removes dietary barriers

Bovine and porcine collagen face religious and cultural restrictions across large markets, and periodic import barriers tied to animal disease outbreaks. Marine origin sidesteps both, which lets a brand sell one formulation across markets rather than reformulating for each.

On certification. Marine origin makes Halal, Kosher and Non-GMO certification straightforward to obtain, but we do not hold them yet and will not imply otherwise. Current status is published on our and updated as each is achieved.

Specification

ItemSpecification (test method)StandardPremium
AppearanceOff-white to light cream powder (visual)Conforms
Odour and tasteNeutral to characteristic (organoleptic)Conforms
Protein, dry basisKjeldahl≥ 90%≥ 95%
Molecular weightGPC / SDS-PAGE< 3,000 Da< 1,000 Da
AshGravimetric, 550°C≤ 2.0%≤ 1.0%
Moisture / loss on dryingLoss on drying≤ 8.0%≤ 7.0%
pH, 1% solutionPotentiometric5.0 – 7.0
Solubility1% w/v, visualComplete, clear
LeadICP-MS / AAS≤ 0.5 ppm
CadmiumICP-MS / AAS≤ 0.1 ppm
MercuryICP-MS / AAS≤ 0.5 ppm
ArsenicICP-MS / AAS≤ 1.0 ppm
Total plate countIS / ISO≤ 10,000 cfu/g
Yeast and mouldIS / ISO≤ 100 cfu/g
E. coliIS / ISOAbsent in 1 g
SalmonellaIS / ISOAbsent in 25 g
Shelf lifeUnopened original packing24 months

Target specification. Actual values for each consignment are reported on the batch certificate of analysis, and the binding specification is the one agreed in writing for a given supply.

Handling

Packaging, storage and logistics

Packaging15, 20 or 25 kg multi-layer paper sacks or cartons, with a moisture-resistant polyethylene inner liner. Customised packing available.
StorageThe powder is slightly hygroscopic. Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry store away from direct sunlight. Reseal opened packs promptly.
Shelf life24 months in unopened original packing under the storage conditions above.
ShippingPalletised. Standard dry containers are sufficient — no temperature-controlled freight required, which keeps landed cost down.
Documentation on requestCertificate of analysis, amino acid profile, heavy metal report, allergen statement, country of origin, and samples for your QA team.
Quality

How this product is controlled

Feedstock is segregated by species and tissue at source, with landing date and supplier recorded. Incoming material is screened before it enters production, and anything outside acceptance criteria is rejected.

Each lot is released against the specification above, with a certificate of analysis issued on despatch. Retention samples are held from every batch for the full shelf life plus one year.

Frequently asked

Can we get a sample?
Yes. Sample quantities are issued with a certificate of analysis so you can run your own verification.

Can the specification be customised?
Within the capability of the process, yes. Tell us the molecular weight range and limits your formulation needs.

Will it make a beverage taste fishy?
No. Poorly processed marine collagen can carry marine notes; carbon treatment and multi-stage filtration remove them. The material is used in lightly flavoured waters where off-notes could not be masked.

How does it compare with bovine collagen?
Bovine is a mix of Type I and Type III and is cost-effective for joint and gut positioning. Fish collagen is almost entirely Type I — the structural protein in skin, hair and nails — at a lower molecular weight, absorbed roughly 1.5 times faster.

Does it survive pasteurisation?
Yes. Hydrolysed collagen peptides do not denature or coagulate under heat or in acidic systems, unlike globular proteins such as whey.

What certification do you hold?
We publish our current status openly rather than implying more. See the certification section.

Next step. Tell us the application, the dose per serving and the format you are formulating, and we will propose a specification. Request a quote, request documentation, or get in touch.

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