# Functional Gummy Technologies Rousselot Created a New Gelatin Technology for Functional Gummies By Daniel Johnson | Published 2020-05-20 | Business Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelatin-technology References: [foodnavigator](https://www.foodnavigator.com/Article/2019/12/18/Rousselot-hopes-to-lift-collagen-gummies-into-mainstream-after-scalable-production-discovery) & [rousselot](https://www.rousselot.com/functional) Rousselot, an industry-leading peptide company, created a new gelatine technology named SiMoGel. SiMoGel was initially shown off at the FiE event, which took place in Paris in 2019. The new technology form Rousselot will accelerate the gelation process of gummies products, which can now take as little as 15 minutes. Jeff Daelman, the Busines Development Manager for Rousselot, spoke on the potential implications for the new gelatin technology, "The new technology allows functional foods to be scaleable and makes it easier for companies and start-ups to launch [collagen gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nextida)." The company also stated that technology allows manufactures to simplify the process of making functional food, as well as include collagen in products. Collagen is a substance that can help skin health, and [strengthen bones and joints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-health-gummies). Image Credit: Shutterstock ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Business](https://www.trendhunter.com/business) > [Market](https://www.trendhunter.com/market) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Functional Gummy Technologies:** SiMoGel technology allows for faster gelation process and potential for new functional food products. - **Collagen Inclusion:** SiMoGel technology makes it easier for manufacturers to include collagen in functional gummies. - **Increased Scalability:** SiMoGel technology allows for scaling of functional food production, facilitating the growth of start-ups. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Processing:** SiMoGel technology offers opportunities for more efficient and scalable production of functional gummies. - **Health and Wellness:** Collagen inclusion in functional gummies made possible by SiMoGel technology provides opportunities for growth in health supplement industry. - **Cosmetics and Skincare:** Collagen inclusion in functional gummies made possible by SiMoGel technology offers potential for new and innovative skincare products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Next-Gen Gelatin Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelee.md) - [Better-For-You Hydrating Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/top-gum.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Gelatin Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tayagel-modus.md) - [Collagen-Based Protein Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/more-less-protein-gummies.md) - [Functional Wellness Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gummy-collection.md) - [Collagen-Boosting Heart Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grande-cosmetics.md) - [Lower Sugar Gummy Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reduced-sugar-gummies.md) - [Alternative Supplement Formats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glucosamine-advanced-gummies.md) - [Mochi-Inspired Gummies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gelatin-free-gummies.md)