Artificial Casings
Strong, dimensionally consistent casings made from a cellulose fiber matrix, the versatile standard for summer sausage, salami casings, bologna, and deli meats, on both manual and automated stuffing lines.
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Fibrous casings are one of the most versatile and widely used casing types in commercial meat processing. Made from a cellulose fiber matrix, they provide excellent dimensional consistency, strong smoke permeability, and reliable performance on both manual and automated stuffing equipment.
We stock fibrous casings in clear, mahogany, and red, with a broad range of sizes from small salami diameters up to large bologna and deli loaf formats. Other colors are available on request and may involve larger minimum quantities and longer lead times.
Fibrous casings are available in different grades, from strong meat cling to easy peel. Choose the grade that matches how the casing needs to release from your finished product.
| Grade | Description |
|---|---|
| Fibrous Protein Coated | Meat cling impregnation, the casing grips tightly to the product surface |
| Fibrous Regular | No impregnation, light adhesion, releases from easy to easy to peel |
| Fibrous Peelable | Peeling impregnation, releases from easy to peel to very easy to peel |
Call 201-939-3335 to confirm grade availability for your specific size and color.
✅ Available in Kosher or Halal versions on select sizes, contact us to confirm availability.
| 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 |
Uniform diameter batch after batch for predictable yield.
Strong, even smoke penetration for consistent flavor and color.
Performs consistently on both manual and automated stuffing lines.
In house printing, up to 4 colors, for branded, market ready packaging.
Casing that will not release cleanly, or one that separates from the product and leaves air pockets, is almost always a soaking, humidity, or fit issue rather than a casing defect. See our casing troubleshooting guide for the specific causes and fixes for both problems.
Size reference from our product datasheet, 27 common size codes from 36mm through 180mm. Nominal caliber is the dry casing diameter. Stuffing diameter is the actual filled product diameter after stuffing.
This table is intended as a general reference guide, not a complete or guaranteed inventory list. We carry sizes beyond what is shown here, if you do not see the size you are looking for, give us a call and we will let you know what is available. And because inventory changes, even a size listed below is not guaranteed to be in stock, please call 201-939-3335 to confirm availability before placing your order.
| Size Code | Nominal Caliber (mm) | Stuffing Diameter (mm) | Stuffing Diameter (in) | Approx. Stuffed Weight (lbs/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4/5 | 37 | 38 | 1.49" | 0.77 |
| 1SK | 40 | 43 | 1.70" | 1.00 |
| 1SL | 44 | 46 | 1.81" | 1.14 |
| 1S | 45 | 49 | 1.93" | 1.29 |
| 1 | 46 | 51.5 | 2.03" | 1.43 |
| 1-¼ | 50 | 54 | 2.14" | 1.59 |
| 1-½ | 53 | 56 | 2.19" | 1.66 |
| 2G | 57 | 59 | 2.32" | 1.87 |
| 2 | 58 | 61 | 2.40" | 2.00 |
| 2-¼ | 60 | 66 | 2.59" | 2.33 |
| 2-½ | 66 | 72 | 2.83" | 2.78 |
| 3-½ | 70 | 79 | 3.10" | 3.33 |
| 4 | 75 | 84 | 3.31" | 3.80 |
| 5 | 80 | 87 | 3.43" | 4.08 |
| 5N | 85 | 94 | 3.70" | 4.75 |
| 6M | 88 | 99 | 3.90" | 5.28 |
| 6 | 93 | 103 | 4.05" | 5.69 |
| 6-½ | 100 | 107 | 4.24" | 6.24 |
| 7 | 105 | 113 | 4.45" | 6.88 |
| 7-½ | 106 | 117 | 4.60" | 7.34 |
| 8 | 110 | 122 | 4.80" | 8.02 |
| 9 | 118 | 128 | 5.06" | 8.88 |
| 9-½ | 130 | 137 | 5.38" | 10.04 |
| 10 | 135 | 142 | 5.58" | 10.80 |
| 11 | 145 | 150 | 5.92" | 12.16 |
| 12 | 157 | 167 | 6.56" | 14.93 |
| 14 | 180 | 198 | 7.80" | 21.10 |
Use the calculator below to estimate how much product weight fits in a single casing piece, and how many pieces you need to fill a given production run. Enter your stuffing diameter and piece length to get started.
Look up in the size table above
Cut length. We deduct 5" total for clip & tie (1" front tie + 4" closure end)
Optional, for pieces needed
Estimates only. Contact our team at 201-939-3335 for a confirmed recommendation.
You have seen the sizes, grades, and colors we stock. Contact Globe Casings Inc. for pricing, availability, and expert guidance on your specific product.
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Fibrous casings are based on cellulose, fibrous material, glycerin, and water.
Proper soaking makes the casing pliable and reduces the risk of splitting or bursting during stuffing. Store the casing in its original packaging until you are ready to soak, and use only fresh drinking water. Soak time depends on the format:
⚠️ Water that is too hot, too cold, or applied for too long or too short a time can change the characteristics of the casing. Do not soak longer than necessary.
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
