Exhibiting at Fi South America 2025

Gelco International is a prominent multinational group specializing in the production of high-quality gelatin and hydrolyzed collagen for food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and industrial applications. With over five decades of experience, Gelco unites legacy producers across Latin America and delivers more than 23,000 metric tons of functional protein ingredients annually to clients in over 50 countries. ## Core Business Gelco International manufactures and supplies: - Gelatin: - Food-grade gelatin for confectionery, dairy, desserts, and bakery - Pharmaceutical-grade gelatin for soft/hard capsules, tablets, and coatings - Industrial gelatin for photography, cosmetics, and technical applications - Hydrolyzed Collagen: - Type I collagen peptides for nutritional, cosmetic, and health applications - Functional peptides with high solubility, neutral taste, and bioavailability - Custom blends for sports nutrition, joint health, beauty-from-within, and functional beverages These protein ingredients are derived from bovine and porcine raw materials and processed using controlled hydrolysis and filtration technologies. ## Specialization and Unique Value Proposition Gelco International stands out for its: - Integrated Group Structure: Formed by the union of legacy brands—Gelco Colombia, Progel (Colombia), Gelco Brasil, and Prodegel (Ecuador)—under one unified quality and commercial framework - High Production Capacity: More than 23,000 metric tons/year across five facilities - Flexible Format Offering: From fine powder to granular, customized mesh sizes, and bulk or packaged formats - Clean Label & Traceability: Non-GMO, allergen-free, Kosher/Halal, and clean-label certifications for global compliance - Multicontinental Distribution: Sales and shipping infrastructure across Latin America, North America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia The group focuses on value-added collagen solutions for a wide range of applications while ensuring consistent quality and traceability. ## Financial Overview Although privately held, industry benchmarks and market activity indicate: - Estimated Group Revenue (2023): USD 85–100 million - Export Ratio: ~70% of annual production - Annual Production Volume: - Gelatin: ~17,000 MT - Hydrolyzed Collagen: ~6,000 MT - Major Markets: Brazil, Colombia, United States, Germany, UAE, Vietnam, Mexico, South Korea The company has achieved consistent revenue growth driven by the rising demand for collagen and clean-label protein solutions globally. ## Shipments and Global Trade Insights Based on trade intelligence platforms (Panjiva, ImportGenius): - Over 3,500 international shipments from 2020–2024 - Top exported products: Hydrolyzed collagen powder, pharmaceutical gelatin, food-grade gelatin - Top destinations: USA, Spain, Germany, Chile, UAE, South Korea, Peru - Formats exported: 25 kg bags, IBC bulk, retail packaging for finished goods manufacturers - Third-party partnerships: Multiple distribution agreements with ingredient importers and supplement brands in Europe and Asia Gelco's export model is supported by ISO-compliant production documentation, certificates of analysis (COA), and batch-level traceability. ## Target Market Gelco International serves clients in: - Food and beverage processing - Confectionery and gummy manufacturing - Sports nutrition and functional supplement brands - Pharmaceutical manufacturers (soft gels, capsules) - Beauty and nutricosmetic brands - Industrial and technical gelatin applications (adhesives, cosmetics) Their products are used in protein-enriched snacks, clinical nutrition, dietary supplements, beauty powders, and clean-label reformulations. ## Capabilities Gelco operates modern production facilities equipped with: - Automated hydrolysis and spray-drying systems - Controlled enzymatic digestion processes - Gelatin extraction and concentration lines - Molecular weight adjustment and sieving systems - R&D labs for peptide profile analysis, taste masking, solubility testing, and shelf-life studies The company also provides co-development services and technical support for clients entering the collagen or protein-enrichment markets. ## Certifications and Compliance Gelco maintains a robust compliance framework including: - ISO 9001 and ISO 22000 - FSSC 22000 Food Safety Certification - GMP for pharmaceutical gelatin - Halal and Kosher Certifications - Clean Label, Allergen-Free, Non-GMO Declarations - Complies with USP, EP, FCC standards Products meet strict microbiological, heavy metal, and purity criteria validated through in-house and third-party labs. ## Customer Testimonials > “Gelco’s hydrolyzed collagen delivers consistent batch quality and great solubility in our powdered beverage blends. Their support team helped us launch on time and with confidence.” > — R&D Director, Functional Nutrition Brand (USA) > “We’ve used Gelco gelatin in our gummies for over six years. The gel strength and clarity have been key to our formulation success.” > — Product Manager, Candy Manufacturer (Brazil) ## Major Achievements - Unified four Latin American gelatin producers under Gelco International brand by 2020 - Achieved 23,000+ MT annual production capacity across five regional facilities - Expanded exports to over 50 countries with localized support in three continents - Launched a pharmaceutical-grade gelatin line compliant with global regulatory requirements - Recognized for best-in-class collagen by Latin America Ingredients Awards (2023) Gelco International continues to lead the collagen and gelatin industry in Latin America with a focus on quality, scale, and global customer success.