Europe Sausage Casings Market by Type (Artificial Casings, Natural Casings), Application (Animal Meat Sausages, Vegan Sausages), Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), End User (Food Processors, Retailers), and Country - Forecast to 2030

Europe Sausage Casings Market by Type (Artificial Casings, Natural Casings), Application (Animal Meat Sausages, Vegan Sausages), Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), End User (Food Processors, Retailers), and Country - Forecast to 2030

According to the research report titled, ‘Europe Sausage Casings Market by Type (Artificial Casings, Natural Casings), Application (Animal Meat Sausages, Vegan Sausages), Distribution Channel (Offline, Online), End User (Food Processors, Retailers), and Country—Forecast To 2030,’ the Europe sausage casings market is projected to reach $2.72 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period 2023–2030. The report provides an in-depth analysis of the Europe sausage casings market across ten major countries, emphasizing the current market trends, market sizes, recent developments, and forecasts till 2030.

Succeeding extensive secondary and primary research and an in-depth analysis of the market scenario, the report conducts the impact analysis of the key industry drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges. The growth of the Europe sausage casings market is driven by the growing preference for artificial casings by sausage manufacturers, increasing meat production and consumption in Europe, and the rising consumption of ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook food products. However, complexities in using natural sausage casings restrain the growth of this market. The emergence of vegetarian sausage casings is expected to generate growth opportunities for the players operating in this market. However, animal disease & health concerns are a major challenge for market growth.

The key players operating in the Europe sausage casings market are Viscofan, S.A. (Spain), Devro Plc (U.K.), Selo B.V. (Netherlands), DAT-Schaub Group (Denmark), ViskoTeepak Holding Ab Ltd (Finland), Amjadi GmbH (Germany), Peter Gelhard Naturdärme KG (Germany), Fibran Group (Spain), Viskase Companies, Inc. (U.S.), FABIOS S.A. (Poland), Kalle GmbH (Germany), CDS Hackner GmbH (Germany), Oversea Casing Company (U.S.), Nutra Produkte AG (Switzerland), Combinatie Teijsen VD Hengel (CTH) BV (Netherlands), Strobel GmbH & Co. KG Boyauderie Sarroise (Germany), MCJ Casings (U.K.), and Irish Casing Company (Ireland).

The Europe sausage casings market is segmented by type {artificial sausage casings [collagen casings (edible collagen casings and non-edible collagen casings), cellulose casings, plastic casings, fibrous casings, textile casings, net casings, and vegetarian casings] and natural sausage casings [hog-sourced casings, beef-sourced casings, sheep-sourced casings, and other animal-sourced casings]}, application {animal-based sausages [processed sausages (pre-cooked sausages, smoked sausages, and cured sausages) and fresh sausages] and plant-based sausages}, distribution channel (offline and online), end user (food processing companies, food retail, food service providers, and other end users), and country/region (Germany, France, Italy, U.K., Spain, Poland, Netherlands, Russia, Belgium, Austria, and rest of Europe).

Based on type, the Europe sausages casings market is segmented into artificial sausage casings and natural sausage casings. In 2023, the artificial sausage casings segment is expected to account for the larger share of the Europe sausage casings market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to the increasing consumption of processed meat, the growing demand for vegan sausages, and the increasing preference for artificial casings over natural casings from casing manufacturers due to their consistency & stability, and cost-effectiveness. Moreover, the artificial sausage casings segment is also expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period of 2023–2030. The growth of this segment is primarily attributed to the emergence of vegetarian casings.

Based on application, the Europe sausage casings market is segmented into animal-based sausages and plant-based sausages. In 2023, the animal-based sausages segment is expected to account for the larger share of the Europe sausage casings market. The large market share of this segment is attributed to increased animal meat consumption, the rising urban population, the high popularity of collagen casings, and increased consumer preference for a protein-rich diet. However, the plant-based sausages segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The rapid growth of this segment is attributed to the consumer shift toward healthy, tasty, sustainable, and environment-friendly varieties of sausages.

Based on distribution channel, the Europe sausage casings market is segmented into offline and online. In 2023, the offline segment is expected to account for the larger share of the Europe sausage casings market. The large market share of this segment is mainly attributed to the growing number of modern groceries offering high-quality food products, a wide range of food products, and consumer preference for shopping offline due to the enhanced shopping experience offered by these channels.

Based on end user, the Europe sausage casings market is segmented into food-processing companies, food service providers, food retailers, and other end users. In 2023, the food-processing companies segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe sausage casings market. The increasing demand for processed sausages has led to the large-scale production of sausages, driving the demand for sausage casings from food-processing companies. Moreover, the growing preference for innovative food options, increased automation in sausage production, and maximized production efficiencies further support this segment's leading position.

An in-depth geographic analysis of the industry provides detailed qualitative and quantitative insights into the ten major countries: Germany, France, Italy, the U.K., Spain, Poland, Netherlands, Russia, Belgium, Austria, and rest of Europe. The Netherlands is slated to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period, mainly due to the modernization of the meat processing industry, including the adoption of high-tech slaughter lines and the increasing demand for plant-based sausages.

Key Questions Answered in the Report

What is the current revenue generated by sausage casings in Europe?
At what rate is the Europe sausage casings demand projected to grow for the next 5–7 years?
What are the historical market sizes and growth rates of the Europe sausage casings market?
What are the major factors impacting the growth of this market at the regional and country levels? What are the major opportunities for existing players and new entrants in the market?
Which segments in terms of type, application, distribution channel, and end user are expected to create major traction for the manufacturers in this market?
What are the key geographical trends in this market? Which countries are expected to offer significant growth opportunities for the manufacturers operating in the Europe sausage casings market?
Who are the major players in the Europe sausage casings market? What are their specific product offerings in this market?

Scope of the Report:

Europe Sausage Casings Market Assessment—by Type

Artificial Sausage Casings
Collagen Casings
Edible Collagen Casings
Non-Edible Collagen Casings
Cellulose Casings
Plastic Casings
Fibrous Casings
Textile Casings
Net Casings
Vegetarian Casings
Natural Sausage Casings
Hog-sourced Casings
Beef-sourced Casings
Sheep-sourced Casings
Other Animal-sourced Casings

Europe Sausage Casings Market Assessment—by Application

Animal-based Sausages
Fresh Sausages
Processed Sausages
Pre-cooked Sausages
Smoked Sausages
Cured Sausages
Plant-based Sausages

Europe Sausage Casings Market Assessment—by Distribution Channel

Offline
Online

Europe Sausage Casings Market Assessment—by End User

Food Processing Organizations
Food Retail
Food Service Providers
Other End Users

Europe Sausage Casings Market Assessment—by Country

Germany
France
Italy
U.K.
Spain
Poland
Netherlands
Russia
Belgium
Austria
Rest of Europe

Europe Sausage Casings Market - Report Summary

Report Metrics	Details
Years Considered	2021 - 2030
Base Year	2022
Forecast Period	2023-2030
Page Count	206
Units Referenced	Value (USD Million)Volume (Meters)
Segments/Key Topics	Market by Type, Application, Distribution Channel, End User, and Country
Regions Covered	Germany, France, Italy, the U.K., Spain, Poland, Netherlands, Russia, Belgium, Austria, and the Rest of Europe
Key Companies Mentioned	Viscofan, S.A. (Spain), Devro Plc (U.K.), Selo B.V. (Netherlands), DAT-Schaub Group (Denmark), ViskoTeepak Holding Ab Ltd (Finland), Amjadi GmbH (Germany), Peter Gelhard Naturdärme KG (Germany), Fibran Group (Spain), Viskase Companies, Inc. (U.S.), FABIOS S.A. (Poland), Kalle GmbH (Germany), CDS Hackner GmbH (Germany), Oversea Casing Company (U.S.), Nutra Produkte AG (Switzerland), Combinatie Teijsen VD Hengel (CTH) BV (Netherlands), Strobel GmbH & Co. KG Boyauderie Sarroise (Germany), MCJ Casings (U.K.), and Irish Casing Company (Ireland).

FAQs About the Report

What is the value of revenue generated from the sales of the Europe sausage casings across the globe? At what rate is their demand expected to grow for the next 5–7 years?

The Europe sausage casings market is projected to reach $2.72 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.1% during the forecast period.

Which type segment showcases high growth opportunities for the Europe sausage casings market players?

Based on type, the Europe sausages casings market is segmented into artificial sausage casings and natural sausage casings. The artificial sausage casings segment is also expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period of 2023–2030. The growth of this segment is primarily attributed to the emergence of vegetarian casings.

Which application type segment of the market is projected to create more traction in the Europe sausage casings market?

Based on application, the Europe sausage casings market is segmented into animal-based sausages and plant-based sausages. The plant-based sausages segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. The rapid growth of this segment is attributed to the consumer shift toward healthy, tasty, sustainable, and environment-friendly varieties of sausages.

What are the key factors driving the growth of the Europe sausage casings market? What are the major opportunities for existing market players and new entrants?

The growth of this market is driven by the growing preference for artificial casings by sausage manufacturers, increasing meat production and consumption in Europe, and the rising consumption of ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook food products. In addition, the emergence of vegetarian sausage casings is expected to generate growth opportunities for the players in this market.

Who are the major players operating in the Europe sausage casings market?

The key players operating in the Europe sausage casings market are Viscofan, S.A. (Spain), Devro Plc (U.K.), Selo B.V. (Netherlands), DAT-Schaub Group (Denmark), ViskoTeepak Holding Ab Ltd (Finland), Amjadi GmbH (Germany), Peter Gelhard Naturdärme KG (Germany), Fibran Group (Spain), Viskase Companies, Inc. (U.S.), FABIOS S.A. (Poland), Kalle GmbH (Germany), CDS Hackner GmbH (Germany), Oversea Casing Company (U.S.), Nutra Produkte AG (Switzerland), Combinatie Teijsen VD Hengel (CTH) BV (Netherlands), Strobel GmbH & Co. KG Boyauderie Sarroise (Germany), MCJ Casings (U.K.), and Irish Casing Company (Ireland).

Which country is likely to offer significant growth opportunities for the vendors in this market during the analysis period?

The Netherlands is projected to offer significant growth opportunities for the vendors in this market.