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About Us
Pepcol belongs to the Boi Santo group, a 100 % Brazilian family business with over 30 years of experience in trading, distributing and processing animal hides. Being part of this group ensures access to the best raw materials and complete control over the process.
The Company
Pepcol has become a reference in the hydrolyzed collagen industry by combining expertise in a sustainable supply chain with state‑of‑the‑art technology. Its stated purpose is to redefine the collagen peptide market through advanced research, technological innovation and a commitment to the environment.
Our pillars
The company’s work is based on three pillars:
1. Sustainability: present in every stage, from raw material selection to final processing, ensuring efficiency, waste reduction and lower environmental impact..
2. Innovation: transforming co‑products from the meat chain into high‑quality collagen peptides through upcycling and efficient processes.
3. People: the company fosters an inclusive, safe work environment and cultivates respectful, collaborative relationships with employees, suppliers and partners.
Industry
4.0
Pepcol’s collagen production process was developed hand‑in‑hand with the Industry 4.0 concept. It is built on solid foundations in civil, chemical, mechanical, environmental and production engineering. This approach ensures safety and reliability across production lines and underscores the pursuit of continuous improvement
Socio‑environmental transformations
The company continually seeks innovative solutions to minimize the environmental impact of its operations and preserve natural resources, while maintaining a safe, inclusive and respectful work environment
Quality and food safety
A strong Food Quality and Safety Management System guarantees high standards in processes and products. Pepcol holds certifications such as ISO 9001, FSSC 22000 and Halal.
Production Cycle
1. Certified raw materials: Strict control of origin and quality
2. Fast collection – quick transport of raw materials from suppliers to the facility
3. Cleaning and treatment – rigorous cleaning and treatment to standardize the material
4. Extraction and hydrolysis – proteins are broken into smaller particles to ensure purity and quality
5. Transformation into peptides – the collagen is converted into peptides of suitable size for absorption
6. Purification and filtration – multiple purification steps ensure purity and quality
7. Sterilization and drying – the solution is sterilized and dried; the short lead time between raw material collection and final product is a competitive advantage
8. Pepcol collagen undergoes rigorous quality control to the highest international standards and can then be used in the food, pharmaceutical, supplement, and cosmetic industries. Quality control – Rigorous quality checks allow collagen to be used in the food, pharmaceutical, supplement, and cosmetic industries.
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At Pepcol, we are a 100% Brazilian company that transforms co-products from the meat industry into high-quality collagen peptides, applying upcycling techniques and bringing together innovation, sustainability, and production excellence.
