Abstract: A collagen ink for printing 3D structures includes a dispersion of native collagen fibers in an acid medium. The collagen ink can be obtained from a collagen-containing tissue. A method for 3-D printing includes neutralizing the collagen ink to a physiological pH, mixing the collagen ink with cells, and printing a 3D structure.

Abstract: A dry collagen powder with satiating activity can be used as a food additive or incorporated into a food product to increase its satiating power. The satiating powder can be used in dietary and/or medical treatments in humans or animals to increase satiety and reduce the feeling of hunger and, in this way, reduce food intake. The dry collagen powder is useful for combating obesity.

Abstract: The present invention provides edible food casing films, a method for producing said edible food casing films, compositions for forming said edible food casing films and the use of said edible food casing films for example as a sausage casing, which food casings are hot water and sodium salt resistant, stable at high temperatures, can be easily shined and are ready to be stuffed with foodstuff, especially by meat, cheese or fish products, but also with vegetarian or vegan foodstuff.

Abstract: The present invention provides edible tubular food casings, a method for producing said edible tubular food casings, compositions for forming said edible tubular food casings and the use of said edible tubular food casings for example as a sausage casing, which food casings are hot water and sodium salt resistant, stable at high temperatures, can be easily shined and are ready to be stuffed with foodstuff, especially by meat, cheese or fish products, but also with vegetarian or vegan foodstuff.