Collagen Sustainability and Fishing
Is Marine Collagen Sustainable?
As demand for marine collagen supplements grows, sustainability concerns have become increasingly important. The good news is that responsible marine collagen production actually helps reduce waste in the fishing industry rather than adding to ocean pressure.
How Marine Collagen Supports Sustainability
Commercial fishing operations process millions of tonnes of fish annually for food consumption. Historically, fish skin, scales and bones were considered waste and disposed of. Marine collagen production transforms these byproducts into a high-value ingredient, creating economic incentive to use the whole fish rather than discarding up to 30% of each catch.
No fish are caught specifically for collagen production - the raw materials come exclusively from fish already harvested for food. This means marine collagen supplements don't add pressure to fish stocks or marine ecosystems when sourced responsibly.
What to Look For: Sustainability Certifications
- Friend of the Sea certification - verifies sustainable fishing practices and traceability
- Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) - ensures fish stocks are healthy and well-managed
- Full source traceability to specific fisheries and species
- Use of abundant, fast-reproducing fish species (cod, haddock, pollock)
Kollo Premium Liquid Marine Collagen uses Naticol marine collagen sourced exclusively from Friend of the Sea certified North Atlantic fisheries. Every batch is traceable to its origin, ensuring responsible sourcing that supports ocean health.
Kollo Health was co-founded by Jenni Falconer - TV presenter, Smooth Radio breakfast host, ten-time London Marathon runner and host of the RunPod podcast. Jenni is committed to environmental responsibility, which is why Kollo sources only Friend of the Sea certified marine collagen from sustainable North Atlantic fisheries.
