The Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) has announced new requirements regarding the use of collagen in processed foods through the BPOM Processed Food Registration website on 29 May 2026.
Under this latest update, collagen is classified as a non-nutritive substance that may be added to processed foods (except Foods for Special Dietary Uses/FSDU) to achieve specific product characteristics and functionalities.
The use of collagen in processed food and beverage products has increased significantly in recent years due to its functional properties and growing popularity. In response to this trend and the potential for increased consumer intake, BPOM has introduced specific regulatory requirements to ensure appropriate levels of consumer exposure, including the establishment of a maximum permitted level of 10 grams of collagen per serving or per package.
New Requirements for Collagen in Processed Foods in Indonesia:
Below are the updated registration requirements for processed foods containing collagen (except FSDU):
- The collagen content in processed food products, based on the formulation and/or analytical results, must not exceed 10 grams per
