GELITA

GELITA manufactures gelatin and collagen peptides, producing highly functional protein ingredients. The company transforms natural, animal-derived raw materials into specialized solutions for diverse sectors, including food, health and nutrition, and pharmaceuticals. Its technical approach emphasizes scientific understanding to develop ingredients that enhance product characteristics and deliver specific functional benefits.

The company originated in 1875 in Germany, founded by Amalius Schmidt. Schmidt was instrumental in pioneering automated gelatin production, a significant industrial advancement. This early commitment to efficiency and specialized manufacturing provided the foundational insight, enabling GELITA to become a family-owned leader in collagen protein solutions for over a century.

GELITA supplies essential ingredients to industrial partners worldwide for applications from confectionery to medical devices. Its vision is to continually expand the scientific understanding and applications of collagen proteins, driving new product developments to meet evolving market demands for health, wellness, and enhanced functional performance.