Gelatine porkskin

Properties

Pork gelatine is a natural substance with gel hardness measured in blooms. Gelatine is obtained through partial acid hydrolysis of peptide bindings of collagen from 100% pork leather. After dissolution in water, gelatine gives a colloid transforming into gel. Gelatine is available with gel hardness of 120, 140, 160, 180, 220, 240, 280, and 300 bloom.

In the food industry, gelatine is used in the confectionery industry, in the manufacture of yoghurts, cured meat, meat products, and brawns.

Owing to its thickening properties, gelatine is also a component of pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Eating gelatine is completely safe and healthy. Eating gelatine in foodstuffs strengthens skin, nails, and hair and prevents joint pains. Gelatine is a source of protein in everyday diet.