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Derived from chicken sternum cartilage, UC-II® consists of undenatured type II collagen that supports joint comfort, flexibility and mobility.* UC-II is a FDA-notified and published new dietary ingredient. Supported by human clinical studies and backed by numerous patents, UC-II is the only source of undenatured type II collagen available as a powdered, shelf stable dietary ingredient. Just 40 mg of UC-II has been shown to be more than twice as effective as glucosamine + chondroitin in supporting joint health in a published peer-reviewed study.*
UC-II is sourced and manufactured in the United States. UC-II was determined GRAS in an intensive review of all safety and toxicology data by a panel of renowned United States scientific experts.
UC-II®
is manufactured in a GMP-certified facility from chicken sternum cartilage using a patented, low-temperature manufacturing process that ensures a particular level of undenatured type II collagen. Other forms of type II collagen sold as dietary supplements are denatured, or hydrolyzed.
The suggested adult daily use of UC-II® is 40 mg. (Note: UC-II contains 25% undenatured type II collagen, thus 40 mg of UC-II is required to provide 10 mg of undenatured type II collagen.)
UC-II® is available as a dietary supplement and functional food and beverage ingredient. Consumers can find UC-II in finished products available at health food and drug stores; otherwise you can order directly from the manufacturer. Look for the UC-II logo on the label to be sure you're getting genuine UC-II undenatured type II collagen. Click to search for finished products that contain UC-II: Search for Products
Manufacturers interested in UC-II for finished product applications, please contact InterHealth at 707-751-2800.
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease.