Collagen protein
03/06/2024Collagen is a macromolecular protein found in connective tissue and is the most abundant and widely distributed functional protein in mammals. The common types of collagen include type I, type II, type III, type V, and type XI. Mature collagen is a fibrous protein composed of three peptide chains twisted into a helix, exhibiting excellent biocompatibility and biological activity. Collagen offers various benefits such as anti-aging, immune enhancement, weight loss promotion, and dark spot reduction. It is widely used in food, medicine, tissue engineering, cosmetics, and other fields.
Currently, collagen is primarily sourced from biological tissues and recombinant proteins. The purification process commonly involves 1-3 chromatography steps, mainly utilizing ion exchange and hydrophobic chromatography.
