Artificial Casings
We stock edible collagen casings (13–38mm) for snack sticks, breakfast links, and fresh sausage, and large caliber collagen casings (30–135mm) for cooked, smoked, and dry fermented products. Both lines are made from reconstituted bovine collagen, ready to stuff with no soaking required in most cases.
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Collagen casings are made from reconstituted bovine collagen, a natural protein that provides consistent diameter, reliable machine performance, and a clean professional appearance on the finished product. They are ready to stuff in most formats, permeable to smoke and steam, and available in a wide range of calibers and colors.
We offer three categories of collagen casings to cover the full range of sausage types: edible casings for fresh sausages, processed and cooked sausages, and large caliber casings for both straight and curved products.
Edible collagen casings for fresh sausages are designed to remain on the product during cooking and consumption. They are stuffed directly from the box, no soaking or conditioning required. Ideal for grill or pan applications where a tender bite and attractive appearance matter.
| Caliber | Suitable For | Best For | Colors | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13–32 mm | Fresh sausage, grill or pan cooking | Fresh Sausages, Grilled Sausages, Breakfast Sausage, Bratwurst, Italian Sausage, Pork Sausage, Chicken Sausage, Fresh Beef Sausages | Extra Clear | Ready to stuff directly from the box, no soaking required |
Sizes listed are those offered in this range. Availability changes, and not every size is stocked at all times. Call 201-939-3335 to confirm current stock for the size you need.
For cooked, smoked, and dry cured sausages, this category covers a wide range of calibers and applications. The all round workhorse of the edible collagen line, excellent caliber consistency, high speed machine compatibility, and a wide selection of available colors.
| Caliber | Suitable For | Best For | Colors | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13–38 mm | Cooked, smoked, and dry cured sausage | Hot Dogs, Wieners, Frankfurters, Snack Sticks, Beef Sticks, Venison Snack Sticks, Kabanosy, Smoked Sausage, Dry Cured Products, Chicken Sausages | Clear, Natural Mahogany, Smoketone | Ready to stuff, no soaking required. Max cooking temperature: 75°C. |
Sizes listed are those offered in this range. Availability changes, and not every size is stocked at all times. Call 201-939-3335 to confirm current stock for the size you need.
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Large caliber collagen casings are used for cooked and dry sausages in straight formats. These are non edible casings that are peeled from the finished product. They give sausages a traditionally appetising appearance and are available in a range of calibers for different product types.
| Caliber | Suitable For | Best For | Colors | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35–134 mm | Smoked, cooked sausages, dry sausage, long maturation sausages | Summer Sausage, Genoa Salami, Soppressata, Hard Salami, Pepperoni, Calabrese Salami, Finocchiona Salami, Nduja, Spanish Chorizo, Felino Salami, Cotto Salami | Clear, Mahogany | Shirred (for automatic production) or cut pieces (for manual production) |
✅ Available in Kosher or Halal versions on select sizes, contact us to confirm availability.
Sizes listed are those offered in this range. Availability changes, and not every size is stocked at all times. Call 201-939-3335 to confirm current stock for the size you need.
| Colors | Lead Time | Minimum Order |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 colors | 1 to 2 weeks | 1 to 2 cases, approximately 10,000 feet |
| 1 to 4 colors | 1 to 3 weeks | 1 to 3 cases, approximately 15,000 feet |
| More than 4 colors | 8 to 12 weeks | Varies by casing size and color, call Globe Casings for details |
💡 Maturing tip: For dry sausage products, we recommend gradually reducing temperature and humidity from approximately 22°C / 95% RH down to 18°C / 85% RH over 7–10 days at low air flow. After maturing, store at 16°C / 75–80% RH. The casing stays adhered throughout maturing and peels cleanly from the finished product.
Curved collagen casing is purpose built for ring and horseshoe shaped sausages. Like our large caliber straight casings, it is a non edible casing that peels cleanly from the finished product, but its pre formed curve makes it the natural choice for ring bologna, sujuk, and other ring shaped products that need to hold their shape through smoking, cooking, or drying.
| Caliber | Suitable For | Best For | Colors | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 35–52 mm | Smoked, cooked, and dry sausage | Ring bologna, sujuk sausage, and other ring shaped sausages | Clear, Mahogany | Shirred (for automatic production) or cut pieces (for manual production) |
Sizes listed are those offered in this range. Availability changes, and not every size is stocked at all times. Call 201-939-3335 to confirm current stock for the size you need.
The FDA announced on January 15, 2025 that it is revoking authorization for the use of FD&C Red No. 3 in food and ingested drugs, based on the Delaney Clause of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Food manufacturers using Red No. 3 have until January 15, 2027 to reformulate their products. See the official FDA notice for full details.
Two of our collagen casing colors, Carmine Mahogany and California Redwood, are colored using natural dyes rather than Red No. 3. If you are looking to move away from Red No. 3 ahead of the deadline, we are fully stocked in both colors and ready to help guide you through the change.
Call us at 201-939-3335 to discuss which color is the right fit for your product, confirm availability, or place an order.
The table below shows available edible calibers from 12.5mm through 52mm with the recommended stuffing horn size for each. Stuffing diameter tolerance is ±0.5mm on most sizes.
| Caliber (mm) | Stuffing Diameter (mm) | Recommended Horn (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 12.5 | 12.5 | 8 |
| 13 | 13.5 ±0.5 | 8 |
| 13.5 | 13.8 ±0.5 | 8 |
| 14 | 14.0 ±0.5 | 8 |
| 15 | 15.0 ±0.5 | 9 |
| 15.5 | 15.5 ±0.5 | 9 |
| 16 | 16.0 ±0.5 | 9 |
| 16.5 | 16.5 ±0.5 | 9.5 |
| 17 | 17.0 ±0.5 | 9.5 |
| 17.5 | 17.5 ±0.5 | 9.5 |
| 18 | 18.0 ±0.5 | 10 |
| 19 | 19.0 ±0.5 | 11 |
| 19.5 | 19.5 ±0.5 | 11 |
| 20 | 20.0 ±0.5 | 11 |
| 21 | 21.0 ±0.5 | 12 |
| 21.5 | 21.5 ±0.5 | 12 |
| 22 | 22.0 ±0.5 | 12.5 |
| 22.5 | 22.5 ±0.5 | 12.5 |
| 23 | 23.0 ±0.5 | 13 |
| 23.5 | 23.5 ±0.5 | 13 |
| 24 | 24.0 ±0.5 | 14 |
| 24.5 | 24.5 ±0.5 | 14 |
| 25 | 25.0 ±0.5 | 15 |
| 26 | 26.0 ±0.5 | 16 |
| 27 | 27.0 ±0.5 | 16 |
| 27.5 | 27.5 ±0.5 | 16 |
| 28 | 28.0 ±0.5 | 16 |
| 29 | 29.0 ±0.5 | 16 |
| 30 | 30.0 ±0.5 | 17 |
| 31 | 31.0 ±0.5 | 17 |
| 32 | 32.0 ±0.5 | 17 |
| 33 | 33.0 ±0.5 | 19 |
| 34 | 34.0 ±0.5 | 21 |
| 35 | 35.0 ±0.5 | 22 |
| 36 | 36.0 ±0.5 | 22 |
| 38 | 38.0 ±0.5 | 22 |
| 40 | 40.0 ±0.5 | 22 |
| 42 | 42.0 ±0.5 | 24 |
| 44 | 44.0 ±0.5 | 24 |
| 46 | 46.0 ±0.5 | 24 |
| 48 | 48.0 ±0.5 | 24 |
| 50 | 50.0 ±0.5 | 28 |
| 52 | 52.0 ±0.5 | 28 |
Not all calibers are stocked at all times. Contact Globe Casings at 201-939-3335 to confirm availability.
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Family owned since 1952 · No minimum order · Fast nationwide shipping
Globe Casings is a wholesale casing supplier and distributor serving commercial meat processors, butcher shops, packing plants, and specialty producers nationwide. We handle everything from a single case to full truckload bulk orders.
✅ No minimum order on standard products · Large inventory in stock · Fast nationwide shipping from Carlstadt, New Jersey
Contact Globe Casings Inc. for pricing, availability, and expert guidance.
Family owned since 1952 · No minimum order · Fast nationwide shipping
