Best for Adults looking for a joint-focused Type II collagen supplement

NOW Foods UC-II Undenatured Collagen

NOW Foods UC-II Undenatured Collagen is a joint-focused capsule built around UC-II standardized chicken cartilage and Aquamin seaweed-derived minerals.

Editorial score 8.8/10Undenatured Type II Collagen Capsule

How we reviewed this product

This product was evaluated using our editorial scoring system, including brand trust, product relevance, ingredient/spec clarity, buyer intent fit, value expectation, and availability confidence. Hands-on notes are included where available.

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Product-specific buying guidance

Overview

NOW Foods UC-II Undenatured Collagen is a joint-focused capsule built around UC-II standardized chicken cartilage and Aquamin seaweed-derived minerals.

What makes it different

Unlike collagen peptide powders that provide grams of collagen, this product uses a small 40mg UC-II dose designed specifically for joint comfort and function support.

Best use case

Best for adults looking for a dedicated joint-support collagen capsule rather than a beauty collagen powder.

Limitations

It is chicken-derived, so it is not vegan or vegetarian. It also should not be confused with bovine or marine collagen peptide powders used for hair, skin, and nails.

Comparison note

Compared with Schiff Move Free Ultra, NOW Foods UC-II is a simpler UC-II plus Aquamin formula. Compared with Vital Proteins or Sports Research collagen powders, it is more joint-specific and capsule-based.

Final verdict

A strong joint-specific collagen option from a highly trusted supplement brand, especially for users who want UC-II rather than general collagen peptides.

Score breakdown

Internal editorial score

This is an internal score out of 10, not an marketplace rating.

Brand trust: 9.2/10
Product relevance: 8.8/10
Ingredient/spec clarity: 9.1/10
Buyer intent fit: 8.7/10
Value expectation: 8.0/10
Availability confidence: 8.3/10

Pros

Uses branded UC-II undenatured Type II collagen
Includes Aquamin seaweed-derived minerals
Strong NOW Foods brand trust and GMP context

Cons

Not vegan or vegetarian
Not a high-gram collagen peptide powder
Imported availability and pack variant need verification

Key details

Product details

Brand: NOW Foods
Product type: Undenatured Type II Collagen Capsule
Category: Recovery & Sleep Performance
Primary use case: Adults looking for a joint-focused Type II collagen supplement
Suitable goals: recovery
Last updated: 2026-05-08

Ingredients & Formula

Formula notes

This is a joint-focused undenatured Type II collagen product, not a high-gram collagen peptide powder.

Verification status: verified
Main ingredients: UC-II standardized chicken cartilage, Aquamin seaweed-derived minerals, Calcium from Aquamin
Active ingredients: UC-II standardized chicken cartilage 40mg, Total collagen 10mg including undenatured Type II collagen, Aquamin 250mg, Calcium 80mg
Protein source: Chicken sternum cartilage-derived undenatured Type II collagen
Sweeteners: None listed
Allergen info: Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut, or sesame ingredients; produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Serving info: Suggested use from NOW Foods: take 1 capsule daily at bedtime on an empty stomach.

Nutrition highlights

40mg UC-II standardized chicken cartilage per capsule
Provides 10mg total collagen including undenatured Type II collagen
250mg Aquamin seaweed-derived minerals
80mg calcium from Aquamin
60 or 120 capsule pack options visible in official context

Form: Capsule
Flavor: Unflavoured capsule
Package size: 60 capsules / 120 capsules depending on listing
Diet tags: Chicken-derived collagen, Not vegan, Dairy-free context, Made without gluten context, Soy-free context
Certifications: NOW Intertek GMP Supplement Certification context, Non-GMO context
Protein per serving: Not applicable
Calories per serving: Not highlighted
Carb info: Not highlighted

Best for / avoid if

Best for

Adults looking for a joint-focused Type II collagen supplement
Users who prefer capsules over collagen powders
People comparing UC-II joint support products

Avoid if

You are vegetarian or vegan
You avoid chicken-derived ingredients
You want a high-gram collagen peptide powder for skin or beauty support

Medical disclaimer

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