Eberbach, Germany
Gelita AG
Major gelatine and collagen peptides producer (since 1875).
GELITA is a global supplier of gelatin and collagen peptides based in Eberbach, Germany. The company manufactures gelatin in various forms including pharmaceutical-grade gelatin, food gelatin, and leaf gelatin, alongside a portfolio of bioactive collagen peptides under brands such as VERISOL®, FORTIGEL®, and PEPTIPLUS®. GELITA also produces fats, proteins, and minerals derived from collagen production. The company serves food manufacturers in confectionery, dairy, meat, and beverages; pharmaceutical companies requiring hard and soft capsules and tablet excipients; health and nutrition brands developing supplements and functional foods; and technical industries including cleaning additives, metalworking fluids, and paper coating applications.
The company operates production facilities globally and offers contract manufacturing services alongside formulation support and application engineering. GELITA's scientific capabilities are supported by the GELITA Pharma Institute, which provides research and technical services. The company's products meet pharmaceutical and food-grade standards, with specific offerings addressing pharmaceutical requirements such as improved capsule stability (RXL® portfolio, EASYSEAL®) and enteric delivery systems (DELASOL®). GELITA also serves emerging applications in bioscience, including vaccine stabilization and 3D bioprinting with MEDELLAPRO® gelatin, as well as animal feed and pet health sectors.
Capabilities
- Separation
- Evaporation
- Drying
- Spray drying
- Ingredients
- Hydrocolloids
- Supplements
- Tablets
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