Collagen Casings Market (2024-2031)
The Collagen Casings Market is expected to reach $2.31 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 6.4% from 2024 to 2031.
- Published
- Jul 2024
- Pages
- 190
- Format
- PDF + Excel
- Report ID
- MRFB - 104532
- Base year
- 2023
- 2031 · FORECAST
- $2.31B
- 2031
- $2.31B
- CAGR 2024–2031
- 6.4%
2023 baseline · 2024–2031 forecast at 6.4% CAGR · hover a bar for the value
Key highlights
By Type: In 2024, the Edible Collagen Casings Segment to Dominate the Collagen Casings Market
By Caliber: the Small Caliber Segment is Projected to Register a Higher CAGR during the Forecast Period
By Application: in 2024, the Processed Sausages Segment to Dominate the Collagen Casings Market
By Distribution Channel: in 2024, the Offline Segment to Dominate the Collagen Casings Market
By End User: the Foodservice Providers Segment is Projected to Register a Higher CAGR during the Forecast Period
Report summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Pages | 190 |
| Format | |
| Forecast Period | 2024–2031 |
| Base Year | 2023 |
| CAGR (Value) | 6.4% |
| Market Size (Value) | $2.31 Billion by 2031 |
| Segments Covered | By Type · Edible Collagen Casings · Non-edible Collagen Casings · By Caliber · Small Caliber · Large Caliber · By Application · Fresh Sausages · Processed Sausages · Pre-cooked Sausages · Smoked Sausages · Cured Sausages · By Distribution Channel · Offline · Online · By End User · Food Processors · Foodservice Providers · Food Retailers |
| Countries Covered | North America (U.S., Canada), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Poland, Netherlands, Russia, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (China, India, Japan, Australia, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), Latin America (Brazil, Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, and Rest of Latin America), and the Middle East & Africa. |
| Key Companies | Viscofan, S.A. (Spain), Devro Plc (U.K.), Shenguan Holdings (Group) Limited (China), DAT-Schaub Group (Part of Danish Crown Amba) (Denmark), ViskoTeepak Holding Ab Ltd. (Finland), Fibran, S.A. (Spain), Nippi, Inc. (Japan), FABIOS S.A. (Poland), Oversea Casing Company (U.S.), LEM Products (U.S.), Selo B.V. (The Netherlands), and Belkozin (Russia). |
Report overview
Segments covered: type, caliber, application, end user, distribution channel. Regions: North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America.
The growth of this market can be attributed to several factors, including rising meat consumption & production, increasing preference for collagen casings by sausage manufacturers, rising number of restaurants, and rising consumption of ready-to-eat (RTE) & ready-to-cook (RTC) food products. However, consumer preference for natural sausage casings over collagen casings may restrain market growth.
Moreover, emerging economies- Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa are expected to create market growth opportunities. However, animal diseases and health concerns pose a significant challenge to the market’s growth.
Additionally, the expansion of the food service industry is a prominent trend in the collagen casings market.
Report infographic
Market dynamics
4 factors across 3 forcesIncreasing Preference for Collagen Casings by Sausage Manufacturers
Collagen casings have seen significant development over the past decade and are now available in various shapes, sizes, and appearances, some closely mimicking natural sausage casings. These casings are essential for producing various value-added or processed meat products. They can incorporate coloring agents, spices, smoke flavoring, and other materials, which are deposited on the product surface after stuffing and processing. The variety of collagen casings available is almost unlimited.
The high mechanical strength and fibrous nature of collagen casings have boosted their demand in numerous applications. Sausage manufacturers benefit from the cost savings, as collagen casings lead to substantial reductions in production time and labor costs. They are easier and quicker to work with due to their consistency and stability compared to natural gut casings. Collagen casings are ready for immediate use, requiring no soaking or preparation, unlike gut casings.
Collagen casings are particularly effective when sausages are filled mechanically with conventional stuffing machines, as the casings are replenished automatically, resulting in shorter throughput times. This efficiency can double production volumes for manufacturers using collagen casings. Due to these advantageous properties, the increasing preference for collagen casings over natural sausage casings is driving the growth of the global collagen casings market.
Rising Consumption of Ready-To-Eat (RTE) and Ready-To-Cook (RTC) Food Products
Globalization and urbanization have significantly influenced eating habits, leading to an increase in the consumption of processed and ready-to-eat (RTE) products. Changing consumption patterns are driven by busy lifestyles and rising per capita incomes. Convenience foods, including RTE and ready-to-cook (RTC) meat products, require less time and effort to prepare. The demand for these foods, such as hotdogs, sausages, and packaged meat products, is growing rapidly due to socioeconomic changes and urbanization.
Additionally, consumers' rising purchasing power, increased awareness of healthy foods, and changing food habits and meal patterns are fueling the demand for RTE and RTC products. The increasing number of working women, rapid urbanization, higher per capita incomes, evolving lifestyles, and growth in the middle-income population are further driving the demand for RTE foods. This trend is expected to continue in the coming years, boosting the consumption of RTE products like sausages and, consequently, driving the growth of the collagen casings market.
Table of contents
13 chapters · 115 sections · 190 pages · click to expandSegmental analysis
| Segment | Largest share (2024) | Fastest growth (2024–2031) |
|---|---|---|
| By Type | Edible Collagen Casings | — |
| By Caliber | — | — |
| By Application | Processed Sausages | — |
| By Distribution Channel | Offline | Online distribution channel |
| By End User | — | — |
By Type
- The edible collagen casings segment is expected to account for the larger share of 81.1% of the collagen casings market.
- The large market share of this segment can be attributed to its cost benefits and increasing consumer acceptance.
- The factors such as edible nature, standard diameter, uniformity, and strength contribute to its large adoption.
- This segment is also expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
By Caliber
- The Small Caliber Segment is Projected to Register a Higher CAGR during the Forecast Period
- The small caliber segment is expected to account for the larger share of the collagen casings market.
- The large market share of this segment can be attributed to its low cost, edible nature, and increased demand for poultry products, particularly in regions where beef and pork are not eaten for cultural or religious reasons.
- This segment is also expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
By Application
- The processed sausages segment is expected to account for the larger share of 54.6% of the collagen casings market.
- The leading position of this segment is mainly attributed to increased demand for ready-to-go premium meat products, a greater variety of processed products available in multiple distribution channels, and increasing preference by craft food producers for innovative processing technologies such as smoking technology.
- This segment is also expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
By Distribution Channel
- The Offline Segment to Dominate the Collagen Casings Market
- The offline segment is expected to account for the larger share of the collagen casings market.
- The large market share of this segment can be attributed to several factors: higher purchase of food & beverage industry-related products from the traditional offline distribution channel, the growing number of modern groceries, and the rising preference of consumers to purchase from these groceries considering the higher-quality food product offerings, broader collection, and an improved shopping experience.
- However, the online distribution channel segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
- The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to faster accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and the increasing penetration of the internet and smartphones.
By End User
- The foodservice providers segment is projected to register a higher CAGR during the forecast period of 2024–2031.
- The fast growth of this segment is mainly attributed to the reduced practice of preparing home-cooked meals and improving distribution channels.
Geographic analysis
Asia-Pacific
Fastest growthHowever, the market in the Asia-Pacific region is projected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The growth of this regional market can be attributed to the increasing away-from-home food consumption trend, rising expenditure on meat and healthy products, growing westernization culture, and growing population & urbanization. Asia-Pacific: Fastest-growing Regional Market
Europe
Largest shareIn 2024, Europe is expected to account for the largest share of 31.6% of the collagen casings market, followed by North America, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and the Middle East & Africa. Europe’s major market share is mainly attributed to the high availability of sausage & processed meat products, an increase in convenience food product consumption, huge availability of sausage and processed premium meat products, higher consumer demand for ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook meat products, and the presence of a large number of sausages manufacturers.
Competitive landscape
- Viscofan, S.A. · Spain
- Devro Plc (U.K.)
- Shenguan Holdings (Group) Limited · China
- DAT-Schaub Group (Part of Danish Crown Amba) · Denmark
- ViskoTeepak Holding Ab Ltd. · Finland
- Fibran, S.A. · Spain
- Nippi, Inc. · Japan
- FABIOS S.A. · Poland
- Oversea Casing Company (U.S.)
- LEM Products (U.S.)
- Selo B.V. · The Netherlands
- Belkozin · Russia
Frequently asked questions
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Cite this report
Meticulous Research. (2024). Collagen Casings Market - Global Opportunity Analysis And Industry Forecast (2024-2031) (Report No. MRFB - 104532). Meticulous Market Research Pvt. Ltd. https://www.meticulousresearch.com/product/collagen-casings-market-5220