Type 5 and Type 10 Collagen: What Are They?
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Type 5 collagen is a minor collagen found on cell surfaces, in hair and alongside Type 1 fibres. Type 10 is a specialised collagen found where cartilage is turning into bone. Both appear on multi-collagen labels because those products blend several animal sources.
What is type 5 collagen found in?
Type V makes up only a small share of the body's collagen. It sits within Type I fibres and helps control how thick they grow. It is found in skin, hair, cornea, placenta and on the surface of many cells.
In supplements, Type V usually comes along with other types from sources such as eggshell membrane or hide, rather than being sold on its own.
What is type 10 collagen?
Type X is a short-chain collagen made by cartilage cells as they mature, especially in growth plates where bone lengthens. It is a marker of that process rather than a major structural collagen.
In supplements, Type X usually comes from chicken cartilage as part of a blend.
Related reading: collagen types explained; what is multi collagen?; how to read a collagen label.
Why are types 5 and 10 on multi collagen labels?
Multi-collagen products combine several sources, such as bovine, marine, chicken and eggshell membrane. Each source contributes its own collagen types, so the label lists all of them: for example Types I, II, III, V and X.
A longer list of types tells you about the range of sources. It does not, on its own, tell you how much of each type is present.
Do you need type 5 and 10 collagen?
There is no recommended intake for any collagen type. If you want to know how much of each type a blend contains, ask the brand, because most labels give the total collagen only.
Hyoomen's figures
Hyoomen Multi Collagen contains 10,000 mg of hydrolysed multi-collagen per daily serving, providing Types I, II, III, V and X.
All three are packed in resealable doypack pouches. Compare the Hyoomen collagen range.
Frequently asked questions
What is type 10 collagen good for?
It is a specialised cartilage collagen. There are no authorised health claims for any collagen type in the UK.
Type 5 collagen food sources?
Collagen-rich animal foods such as skin, connective tissue and bone broth contain small amounts alongside other types.
Is type 5 collagen good for hair?
Type V is present in hair, which is why people search this. No authorised claims exist.
What are types 3 5 and 10 collagen?
Type III is a skin and vessel collagen, Type V a minor fibre-organising collagen and Type X a cartilage collagen.
Important
This article is general information, not medical advice. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any medication or under medical supervision, speak to your GP or pharmacist before taking a supplement. Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose.