The daily protein people actually enjoy.
Enjoy rich dark chocolate flavour while adding collagen protein to your daily routine. Chief Grass-fed Collagen Protein Powder combines premium hydrolysed bovine collagen with cocoa, organic raw cacao and the subtle sweetness of monk fruit.
Made from Australian grass-fed cattle, this grain-free powder provides Type I and Type III collagen peptides. It mixes easily into hot or cold drinks, smoothies, yoghurt and baking—and makes a delicious hot chocolate.
Flavour: Dark Chocolate
Pack Size: 450g
Servings: 30
Serving Size: 15g
Country of Manufacture: Australia
Key Features
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High protein: An easy way to increase your daily protein intake.
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Grass-fed bovine collagen: Hydrolysed collagen peptides from Australian grass-fed cattle.
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Type I and III collagen: Naturally provides collagen-associated amino acids, including glycine, proline and hydroxyproline.
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Rich chocolate flavour: Made with cocoa powder and organic raw cacao.
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Naturally sweetened: Uses pure monk fruit extract, with no artificial sweeteners or sugar alcohols.
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Independently lab tested: Screened for heavy metals and glyphosate as part of Chief’s quality-control process.
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Gluten, dairy and grain free.
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No seed oils, artificial flavours or artificial colours.
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Versatile: Suitable for hot drinks, cold drinks, cooking and baking.
What Is Chief Collagen Protein?
Chief Collagen Protein is a hydrolysed bovine collagen powder. Hydrolysis breaks collagen down into smaller chains called collagen peptides, helping the powder dissolve into food and drinks.
It naturally provides Type I and Type III collagen peptides and is particularly rich in glycine, proline and hydroxyproline.
Chief positions this powder as an alternative for people who find other protein sources, such as whey, difficult to tolerate. Individual digestive responses can vary.
Collagen Benefits and Everyday Support
Collagen supplements provide collagen peptides and their characteristic amino acids. Research into hydrolysed collagen has explored:
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Skin hydration and elasticity.
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Joint comfort and function.
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Connective tissue, including tendons and ligaments.
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Bone health.
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Recovery alongside exercise and adequate nutrition.
Chief also highlights gut health, skin, hair, nails and recovery as reasons people include collagen in their routine. These should be understood as potential areas of support, rather than guaranteed results.
Collagen complements a balanced diet and sufficient total protein intake. It is not a complete protein; if muscle growth is your main goal, a complete protein source is generally more suitable as your primary protein supplement.
How to Use
Mix one 15g serving daily with approximately 300ml of water, or add it to your favourite food or drink. Stir, shake or blend until combined.
Chief suggests approximately two heaped tablespoons per serving. For a more accurate serving size, weigh out 15g. No plastic scoop is included.
Enjoy it:
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Cold: Mix with cold water or your preferred milk for a chocolate drink.
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Hot: Stir into hot water or warm milk for a rich hot chocolate.
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With coffee: Add to your coffee for a mocha.
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In smoothies: Blend with your favourite ingredients.
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With yoghurt: Stir through for a chocolate twist.
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Over desserts: Sprinkle over desserts or coffee.
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In cooking: Add to pancakes or porridge.
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In baking: Mix into muffins and other recipes.
The powder is suitable for hot and cold preparation, making it easy to include in your everyday routine.
Ingredients
Grass-fed Hydrolyzed Bovine Collagen Peptides (73%), Cocoa Powder (14%), Organic Raw Cacao Powder (10%), Himalayan Rock Salt, Guar Gum, Organic Camu Camu Powder, Pure Monk Fruit Extract.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 15g
Servings per pack: 30
View the Nutrition Information Label
Refer to the product’s nutrition panel for exact energy, protein, carbohydrate, sugar, fat and sodium values.
Dietary Information
Chief lists the following dietary attributes:
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Gluten free.
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Dairy free.
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Grain free.
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High protein.
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Low sugar.
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Low carb.
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Paleo.
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Keto friendly.
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FODMAP friendly.
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Carnivore friendly.
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Nut-free ingredients.
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Lunchbox friendly.
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Suitable for kids.
The brand also describes the product as GLP-1 friendly and highlights gut health among its product attributes. These descriptions do not establish suitability for a particular medical condition or treatment.
Allergen information: Packed in a facility that processes ingredients containing peanuts, tree nuts, fish, egg and sulphites. Although the recipe contains no nut ingredients, it is not made in a nut-free facility.
Independently Tested for Quality
Chief independently tests its collagen for contaminants, including heavy metals and glyphosate residue.
Third-party testing means a product sample is analysed by an independent laboratory, rather than relying solely on testing performed by the brand or manufacturer.
The supplied screening information covers:
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Lead.
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Arsenic.
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Cadmium.
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Mercury.
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Chromium.
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Glyphosate.
Independent Lab Results
The following results and Chief specification limits are reproduced from the supplied product information.
| Substance Tested |
Chief Specification Limit |
Reported Lab Result |
Meets Chief Specification |
| Lead |
≤0.1 mg/kg |
0.07 mg/kg |
Yes |
| Arsenic |
≤0.06 mg/kg |
0.06 mg/kg (LOQ) |
Yes |
| Cadmium |
≤0.05 mg/kg |
0.036 mg/kg |
Yes |
| Mercury |
≤0.01 mg/kg |
0.002 mg/kg (LOQ) |
Yes |
| Chromium |
≤5 mg/kg |
2.2 mg/kg |
Yes |
| Glyphosate |
Not detected |
<0.5 mg/kg (LOQ) |
Yes, as reported by Chief |
LOQ means Limit of Quantification—the lowest concentration the laboratory can reliably quantify. A result below the LOQ does not establish that a substance is entirely absent.
Trace amounts of naturally occurring metals can be present in food ingredients through soil and water. Testing helps monitor these levels against the manufacturer’s specifications. Chief states that the original laboratory report is available upon request.
A Straightforward Ingredient List
Chief Dark Chocolate Collagen is made without:
The recipe does contain guar gum, as listed in the ingredients, so it should not be described as free from all thickeners.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add it to coffee or hot chocolate?
Yes. Mix it into coffee for a mocha, or combine it with hot water or warm milk for a chocolate drink.
Can I cook or bake with it?
Yes. Add it to pancakes, porridge, muffins and other recipes.
Is it suitable for children?
Chief lists the product as suitable for kids and lunchboxes. The preparation instructions above reflect the supplied general serving directions, rather than a separate child-specific serving.
Is it dairy free?
Yes. The listed ingredients contain no dairy or whey.
Is it vegetarian or vegan?
No. It contains bovine collagen sourced from cattle.
Does it contain nuts?
There are no nuts in the listed ingredients. However, it is packed in a facility that also processes peanuts and tree nuts, alongside fish, egg and sulphites.
Is it sugar free?
The supplied description uses both “zero sugar” and “low sugar.” Refer to the current pack’s nutrition panel for the confirmed sugar content. The recipe is sweetened with monk fruit extract.
Does it include a scoop?
No. Chief leaves out the plastic scoop. Weigh out 15g, or use the brand’s approximate measure of two heaped tablespoons.
Enjoy rich dark chocolate flavour and an easy addition to your daily protein routine with Chief Grass-fed Collagen Protein Powder.
