Gelatin is mainly used in the food industry. Like E441, it is used to give food the right texture. Food Gelatin is an emulsifier, stabilizer or thickener and is added to cold delicatessen products such as meat pies and sausage jellies. It is also found in fruit jellies, yogurts, cottage cheese and dairy desserts. Gelatin also gives sauces a glossy appearance and smooth texture.
Gelatin is found in cosmetics such as creams, lotions and masks. It forms a film on the skin, protecting it from external influences. Gelatin is also used in the production of cosmetics to smooth wrinkles or eliminate cellulite.
Gelatin is also widely used in the pharmaceutical industry. It is recommended for athletes, elderly people and people with bone and joint problems. Gelatin also forms the shells of hard and soft capsules, protecting them from the environment and making them easier to swallow.