Africa Collagen Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

Africa Collagen Market Outlook

The Africa collagen market size reached nearly USD 344.62 million in 2023. The market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% between 2024 and 2032 to reach a value of around USD 593.50 million by 2032.

Key Trends in the Market

Collagen refers to a type of protein which is abundant in the human body. It performs various functions in the human body, such as holding the cells of the body together and providing elasticity to the skin.

• Collagen finds wide usage in pharmaceutical and biomedical applications owing to its wound-healing and tissue-augmenting properties. Hence, the burgeoning pharmaceutical sector across Africa is fuelling the Africa collagen market growth.

• The rapid surge in the ageing population across several parts of Africa is likely to boost the sales of anti-ageing and anti-wrinkle cosmetic products in the coming years. In this regard, collagen is anticipated to witness a heightened incorporation in various beauty and cosmetic products to prevent the skin from sagging.

• Increasing awareness pertaining to the advantages offered by collagen-based health supplements, such as relieved joint pain, prevention of bone loss, and increased muscle mass, is a crucial Africa collagen market trend.

Market Analysis

Based on type, the market is segmented into animal-based collagen and marine-based collagen. On the basis of product, the market is classified into gelatine, hydrolysed collagen, native collagen, and synthetic collagen, among others. By application, the Africa collagen market segmentations include dietary supplements, food and beverage, and cosmetics and personal care, among others. The major regions in the Africa market for collagen include South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, and Algeria, among others.

The comprehensive EMR report provides an in-depth assessment of the market based on the Porter's five forces model along with giving a SWOT analysis. The report gives a detailed analysis of the key players in the Africa collagen market, covering their competitive landscape and latest developments like mergers, acquisitions, investments and expansion plans.

• Gelita AG  

• Ajinomoto Co. Inc. 

• SmartPack PTY Ltd. 

• The Harvest Table 

• Creed Living (Pty) Ltd  

• Collagen & Co. 

• Namaste Earth (Pty) Ltd. 

• Others

Market Share by Application

The food and beverage sector accounts for a significant portion of the Africa collagen market share. This can be attributed to the increasing disposable income levels, rising population, and rapid urbanisation across the region, which are propelling foreign direct investments in the food and beverage sector. In addition, collagen is found in high-protein products such as fish, poultry, meat, and egg, among others, which are witnessing a significant demand in the region.

Market Share by Region

As per the Africa collagen market analysis, South Africa is likely to robustly grow in the forecast period, owing to the country's thriving cosmetics and personal care sector. The rising hygiene and beauty consciousness among South Africans is likely to further propel sales of collagen-based beauty capsules and pure hydrolysed collagen creams and powders in the forecast period.

Competitive Landscape

Gelita AG is a leading food company which manufactures gelatine and collagen peptides for health and nutrition, pharmaceutical, and several other sectors. It was founded in 1875 and is headquartered in Eberbach, Germany.

Ajinomoto Co. Inc. is a multinational food and biotechnology corporation that produces and sells seasonings, fresh frozen foods, and sweeteners, among others. It was established in 1909 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

SmartPack PTY Ltd. is a company which offers wellness and fitness services. The product portfolio of this company includes collagen powder, keto collagen creamer, and savoury products, among others. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Muizenberg, South Africa.

Other Africa collagen market players include The Harvest Table, Creed Living (Pty) Ltd, Collagen & Co., and Namaste Earth (Pty) Ltd., among others.

Key Highlights of the Report