Rousselot, a brand of Darling Ingredients, is the world’s leading producer of collagen and gelatin solutions, with a significant operational and innovation hub in Brazil. With over 130 years of global heritage and a reputation for scientific leadership, Rousselot provides essential ingredients for the health, nutrition, food, and pharmaceutical industries. Its Brazilian facility in Amparo, São Paulo, plays a critical role in regional production, R&D, and formulation support for Latin America. ### Company Overview Founded in 1891 in France, Rousselot has grown into the largest gelatin and collagen peptide producer globally. Since becoming part of Darling Ingredients Inc. in 2014, Rousselot has continued to expand its product offerings and global footprint. In Brazil, the company operates a state-of-the-art application laboratory, a key part of its international innovation network supporting formulation development and customer application trials. ### Core Business Segments - Collagen peptides for joint, skin, and bone health - Used in softgel capsules and drug delivery systems - Gelatins for gelling, foaming, stabilizing, and texturizing - Gelatin-based scaffolds and excipients for advanced biomedical applications ### Product Portfolio #### Collagen Peptides - Rousselot’s flagship collagen peptide brand, backed by clinical studies for skin, joint, and sports recovery benefits - Available in bovine, marine, and porcine sources - High bioavailability and rapid absorption - Popular in nutraceuticals, sports nutrition, and functional food products #### Gelatins - Multi-grade bovine and porcine gelatins - Used in dairy, confectionery, meat processing, and pharmaceutical capsules - High clarity, bloom strength, and excellent binding and gelling properties #### Biomaterials - Patented gelatin technology (BR 112019001260-5) for improved softgel stability in harsh environments - Gelatin system enabling starch-free production of gummies and functional confectionery - Custom biomaterial solutions for tissue engineering and cell culture ### Innovation and Application Labs - Located in Amparo, São Paulo - Serves all of Latin America for product testing, formulation, and application optimization - Equipped with pilot-scale production and analytical testing tools - Focuses on functional beverages, gummies, powders, capsules, and culinary applications ### Operational Scale and Infrastructure - 16 production plants and 7 application labs worldwide - Dedicated collagen and gelatin production site plus technical application center - 4,000+ employees under Darling Ingredients globally - Over 100,000 MT/year of gelatin and collagen peptides ### Financial & Market Position - USD 6.5 billion - ~30% global gelatin market - Brazil is a key strategic base for Latin American operations, with increasing export activity to neighboring countries ### Certifications & Compliance - ISO 9001, FSSC 22000 - HACCP-compliant operations - Halal and Kosher certified product lines - RSPO membership for sustainable sourcing - Regulatory compliance with ANVISA and global food/pharma safety standards ### Research & Clinical Backing - Proven benefits in improving skin elasticity (15% increase), joint pain reduction (up to 32%), and lean body mass maintenance - Partnerships with universities and scientific institutions globally - Over 25 patents covering gelatin applications, processing, and biofunctionality ### Key Brands - – Collagen peptides for health and wellness - – Pharmaceutical-grade gelatin technology - – Confectionery and functional gummy innovations ### Client Segments - Nutraceutical and dietary supplement brands - Confectionery and dairy manufacturers - Pharmaceutical and capsule producers - Biomedical R&D firms and medical device manufacturers ### Sustainability and Impact - Part of - Converts animal by-products into high-value collagen and gelatin - Net-zero carbon roadmap under development - Focus on upcycling, renewable energy usage, and water conservation in Brazil and globally ### Customer Testimonials > “Rousselot’s Peptan line has allowed us to deliver clean-label, scientifically backed nutritional products with consistent performance.” > – Product Manager, Nutraceutical Company – Brazil > “Their application lab in Brazil is a game-changer for local formulation trials and faster go-to-market execution.” > – R&D Head, Functional Food Brand – Latin America ### Strategic Achievements - Over 130 years of gelatin innovation - First company globally to launch collagen peptides at scale - Patent holder for Brazil's softgel capsule stabilization technology (StabiCaps®) - Leader in customized gelatin systems for starch-free functional confectionery - Latin American hub in Amparo recognized as a regional center of excellence With its pioneering approach to collagen science, unmatched technical support, and robust sustainability practices, Rousselot continues to define the future of gelatin and collagen solutions in Brazil and beyond.
