An animal protein that sets gummies, marshmallows and softgels. People following a vegetarian or vegan profile, and anyone who avoids specific animal sources.
Quick facts
| Type | Additive |
|---|---|
| Often found in | Gummies, jellies and marshmallows, Softgel capsules and gummy supplements, Some yoghurts and desserts |
| Other names | Gelatine, Beef gelatin, Pork gelatin, Fish gelatin |
Does gelatin fit you?
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What is gelatin?
Gelatin is a protein made from animal collagen, usually from the skin and bones of cattle, pigs or fish. It gives gummies and marshmallows their chew and forms the shell of many softgel capsules. Labels often don’t say which animal it comes from. Plant-based alternatives include agar, pectin and carrageenan.
Where is gelatin found?
- Gummies, jellies and marshmallows
- Softgel capsules and gummy supplements
- Some yoghurts and desserts
What other names does gelatin use on labels?
Who looks out for gelatin?
People following a vegetarian or vegan profile, and anyone who avoids specific animal sources.
Diets and allergies
| Your profile | Gelatin | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Vegan | Not for you | It is made from animal collagen. |
| Vegetarian | Not for you | It is made from animal collagen. |
| Milk allergy / dairy-free | Fits you | Gelatin is not a milk ingredient. |
| Gluten-free | Fits you | Gelatin does not contain gluten. |
| Peanut allergy | Fits you | Gelatin is not peanut. |
| Sesame allergy | Fits you | Gelatin is not sesame. |
| Egg allergy | Fits you | Gelatin is not egg. |
| Soy allergy | Fits you | Gelatin is not soy. |
| Avoiding caffeine | Fits you | Gelatin does not contain caffeine. |
“Fits you” means gelatin is not the thing that profile avoids. Packaged products can still carry a “may contain” warning, so always check the pack.
How does Bravoora check for gelatin?
When a label says only “gelatin”, Bravoora shows the source as unclear instead of guessing.
Questions about gelatin
What is gelatin?
Gelatin is a protein made from animal collagen, usually from the skin and bones of cattle, pigs or fish. It gives gummies and marshmallows their chew and forms the shell of many softgel capsules. Labels often don’t say which animal it comes from. Plant-based alternatives include agar, pectin and carrageenan.
Where is gelatin found?
Gummies, jellies and marshmallows, Softgel capsules and gummy supplements, Some yoghurts and desserts.
What other names does gelatin use on labels?
Gelatine, Beef gelatin, Pork gelatin, Fish gelatin.
Is gelatin vegan?
No. It is made from animal collagen.
Is gelatin vegetarian?
No. It is made from animal collagen.
How does Bravoora check for gelatin?
When a label says only “gelatin”, Bravoora shows the source as unclear instead of guessing.
General information, not medical advice. Rules differ by country and products change, so always check the pack.
