According to The Insight Partners research, the Europe gelatin market was valued at US$ 900.35 million in 2024 and is expected to reach US$ 1,201.57 million by 2031, registering a CAGR of 4.2% from 2025 to 2031. Strategic initiatives by key players and increasing demand for personal care and cosmetic products are among the critical factors attributed to the Europe gelatin market expansion.
Major companies actively invest in research and development to develop advanced gelatin products with improved functionality, targeting high-growth sectors such as pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, food and beverages, and personal care. To meet the rising demand for clean-label and functional ingredients, leading gelatin manufacturers are introducing customized solutions such as low-ash, high-bloom, and pharmaceutical-grade gelatin. These innovations enable wider adoption in applications such as softgel capsules, dietary supplements, and functional confectionery. Companies are also focusing on improving traceability, sustainability, and regulatory compliance to cater to evolving consumer and industry preferences. In May 2025, Darling Ingredients Inc. announced signing a non-binding term sheet with Tessenderlo Group to combine their collagen and gelatin segments into a new company called Nextida, requiring no cash or initial investment from either party. This strategic partnership aims to create a top-tier, collagen-based health, wellness, and nutrition products company positioned to capitalize on the growing global demand for gelatin.
Capacity expansion is another key strategy driving market growth. Darling Ingredients Inc.-a company that converts food waste into sustainable products and generates renewable energy-completed the acquisition of Gelnex, a producer of gelatin and collagen products, on March 31, 2023. By collaborating with pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food production companies, gelatin producers are securing long-term supply contracts and accelerating product commercialization. These strategic initiatives are enhancing the availability, quality, and application versatility of gelatin, thereby driving its demand across various end-use industries and reinforcing the market's long-term growth trajectory.
On the contrary, availability of substitutes hampers the growth of Europe gelatin market.
Based on source, the Europe gelatin market is segmented into bovine, porcine, poultry, marine, and others. The porcine segment held 52.5% share of the Europe gelatin market in 2024, amassing US$ 472.84 million. It is projected to garner US$ 635.55 million by 2031 to expand at 4.3% CAGR during 2024-2031.
By application, the Europe gelatin market is segmented into food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals, personal care and cosmetics, and others. The food and beverages segment held 53.0% share of the Europe gelatin market in 2024, amassing US$ 477.26 million. It is projected to garner US$ 627.18 million by 2031 to expand at 4.0% CAGR during 2024-2031.
By country, the Europe gelatin market is categorized into Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the UK, and the Rest of Europe. The Rest of Europe held 38.7% share of Europe gelatin market in 2024, amassing US$ 348.59 million. It is projected to garner US$ 452.02 million by 2031 to expand at 3.8% CAGR during 2024-2031.
Key players operating in the gelatin market are GELITA AG; Nitta Gelatin Inc; ITALGEL S.r.l.; Trobas Gelatine B.V; Jellice Pioneer Europe B.V; Halavet Food Industry and Trade Inc.; Foodmate Co Ltd; Henan E-King Gelatin Co., Ltd; BDF Natural Ingredients SL; Weishardt Holding SA; Darling Ingredients Inc; Lapi Gelatine SpA; Ewald-Gelatine GmbH; Nippi Inc; and Tessenderlo Group NV, among others.
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