Europe Collagen Casings Market

Europe Collagen Casings Market Size and Share Forecast Outlook From 2025 to 2035

The Europe Collagen Casings market is set to grow from an estimated USD 472.9 million in 2025 to USD 964.3 million by 2035, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4% during the forecast period from 2025 to 2035.

Attributes	Value
Estimated Industry Size (2025E)	USD 472.9 million
Projected Value (2035F)	USD 964.3 million
Value-based CAGR (2025 to 2035)	7.4%

The European collagen casings market is set to add huge spurred by the growing demand for processed meat products and the increasing versatility of collagen casings in industrial and artisanal applications. Collagen casings are the most-used casings for sausage production meat snacks and other meat-based final products as they are easy to use and have uniform cover, are strong, and reasonably cost-effective, as they are extracted from animal hides and bones. With changing consumer preferences toward convenience and premium-quality meat products, collagen casings have become an essential part of modern meat processing.

Advances in technologies in collagen extraction and casing manufacture have resulted in better-textured, stronger casings, along with enhanced gastronomic performance among consumers. The production style is expected to be environmentally sound and resource-conserving to ensure an ethical and responsible supply chain. Major innovations and custom-made solutions across all edible and non-edible casings will provide significant steady growth to the Europe collagen casings market in the estimated forecast period.

Semi-Annual Market Update for the Collagen Casings Market in Europe

The table below provides a detailed comparative assessment of the changes in the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over six months for the base year (2024) and the current year (2025) specifically for the European Collagen Casings market.

This semi-annual analysis highlights crucial shifts in market dynamics and outlines revenue realization patterns, providing stakeholders with a more precise understanding of the growth trajectory within the year. The first half of the year, H1, covers January to June, while the second half, H2, spans July to December.

Particular	Value CAGR
H1 2024	4.2% (2024 to 2034)
H2 2024	5.1% (2024 to 2034)
H1 2025	5.9% (2025 to 2035)
H2 2025	7.2% (2025 to 2035)

H1 signifies period from January to June, H2 Signifies period from July to December

For the European Collagen Casings market, the sector is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 1.8% during the first half of 2024, with an increase to 4.2% in the second half of the same year. In 2025, the growth rate is anticipated to slightly decrease to 5.9% in H1 but is expected to rise to 7.2% in H2. This pattern reveals a decrease of 20 basis points from the first half of 2024 to the first half of 2025, followed by an increase of 20 basis points in the second half of 2025 compared to the second half of 2024.

Recent Developments

Date	Development/M&A Activity & Details
June-24	Exp ansion of Production Facilities- Devro expanded its collagen casing manufacturing plant in the Czech Republic to meet growing demand across Europe.
May-24	Sustainability Initiatives- Nitta Casings introduced biodegradable collagen casings to reduce environmental impact, catering to eco-conscious consumers.
March-24	Product Innovation- Viscofan launched a new line of edible collagen casings optimized for premium sausage production, offering enhanced flavor retention.
February-24	Strategic Partnership- DAT-Schaub partnered with leading meat processors in Germany to supply customized non-edible collagen casings for large-scale operations.

Key Industry Highlights

Surging Demand for Processed and Luxury Meat Products Propelling Market Expansion

European collagen casings market growth is driven by a surge in demand for processed and premium quality meat products among consumers. Convenience and easy-to-use products, along with flexible application capabilities, have made sausages, meat-based snacks, and dry-meat products popular.

Manufacturers widely prefer edible collagen casings due to uniformity and improved texture and appearance of the resultant sausages. Casings are produced in new-age technologies by companies like Viscofan that are supposed to retain flavours better and have better cooking performance.

The premiumization trend is especially applicable in the meat industry, thereby increasing the use of better-quality collagen casings. Artisanal and gourmet sausage manufacturers have been capitalizing on collagen casings to address the demand for original and attractive products primarily in Germany and Italy.

Technological Developments Improving Product Quality and Sustainability

Advances in the technologies of collagen extraction and casing production are transforming the European collagen casings market. Devro and Nitta Casings are using the latest techniques like enzymatic processing and precision extrusion, to make casings that not only produce consistent strength, elasticity, and transparency but are also adapted to the special requirements of industrial and artisanal applications.

Manufacturers work on sustainability, including waste reduction, and minimizing the impact on the environment. Nitta Casings has invented biodegradable casings made out of collagen in response to the growing demand for environmentally friendly materials in meat packaging productions. As technology advances, collagen casings will emerge as one of the protagonists in the processing of meat products that range from sustainable performance to high performance.

Country-wise Insights

The following table shows the estimated growth rates of the top four markets. These countries are set to exhibit high consumption, recording high CAGRs through 2035.

Countries	Market Share (%)
Germany	30%
Italy	25%
UK	15%
France	20%
Other Countries	10%

Germany as A Hub for Premium Sausages and Meat Processing Innovation

Germany is the main market for collagen casings in Europe. Its long history of sausage production and an advanced meat processing sector in the country ensure its demand for fresh, cooked, and dry-cured sausages with high quality has driven the acceptance of edible collagen casings by artisanal and industrial producers. Devro and DAT-Schaub have secured excellent partnerships with German meat processors and suppliers to manufacture customized solutions to match local tastes.

Germany's emphasis on premium and clean-label meat products has further fuelled the increased use of collagen casings. Manufacturers are producing casings dedicated to specific calibers and applications, giving a uniform product and appearance.

Advancing Artisanal Meat Production with Edible Casings in France

France is one of the biggest markets for collagen casings, particularly in artisanal and gourmet meat. Its culinary heritage has made a large niche for high-quality fresh and dry-cured sausages that involve the use of edible collagen casings. French meat companies use collagen casings to improve the aesthetic appeal of traditional varieties of sausage sold locally and exported abroad.

Leading manufacturers, for example, are partnering with prominent French food service and private-label brands to create premium casing solutions that help drive premium adoption of collagen casings. Meat-based snacks and specialty sausages account for the majority share in the regional market.

An analysis of Europe Collagen Casings Categories by Product Type and Application

% share of Individual Categories Product Type and Application in 2025

Main Segment	Market Share (%)
Product Type (Edible)	70%
Remaining segments	30%

Edible Collagen Casings Flourishing in both Gourmet and Industrial Applications

The European market is greatly dominated by the edible collagen casings which are mostly used in the production of fresh, cooked, and dry-cured sausages. Due to this, they can offer a consistent and uniform appearance and texture which cater to both big companies and regional artisans. Viscofan and other firms are the ones introducing state-of-the-art technology in the field of edible casing which has resulted in better taste and cooking effects, all of which are for premium meat products.

Besides sausages, the versatility of edible casings is also found in the inclusion of meat-based snacks and ready-to-eat products. Moreover, the ease of handling and the fact that they are compatible with automatic machines were the main reasons for their popularity in big-scale meat production. However, it is the trend towards convenience and premiumization that has spearheaded the growth of collagen casings, which is expected to stay on top.

Main Segment	Market Share (%)
Application (Cooked Sausages)	40%
Remaining segments	60%

A Wide Range of Culinary Applications Make Cooked Sausages the Driving Force

One of the large collagen casing application sectors is dedicated to cooked sausages, and this is due to their popularity in both retail and food service channels. Collagen casings are mostly used in the production of hot dogs, frankfurters, and other varieties of cooked sausage, guaranteeing the same size and quality. Moreover, Devro has come up with new trendy casing solutions for brined sausages that cook well at high temperatures.

Aside from cooked sausages, collagen casings have also been infiltrating the field of dry-cured and meat snacks. Since the demand for more diverse sausages and meat snacks is increasing, collagen casings are foreseen as the segment that plays a very crucial function in satisfying consumer needs.

Market Concentration

2025 Market share of Europe Collagen Casings manufacturers

Manufacturer	Market Share (%)
Viscofan S.A	30%
Devro plc	25%
Kalle GmbH	20%
Fibran Group	15%
Nippi Inc.	5%
Others	5%

Note: The above chart is indicative in nature

The Europe collagen casings market is moderately consolidated, and the industry leaders are Viscofan, Devro, Nitta Casings, and DAT-Schaub. They are investing in advanced manufacturing technologies and strategic partnerships to strengthen their market positions and expand their product portfolios.

For example, Viscofan concentrates its efforts on the development of new technologies and solutions such as edible casing systems for high-class sausage manufacture. Devro expanded its presence in Europe by establishing new production facilities. Nitta Casings prioritizes sustainability as well as biodegradable products; thus, it leads the front in eco-friendly casing solutions, whereas DAT-Schaub develops its network with big meat processors and offers customized non-edible casings for industrial use.

Other small players are the regional players and are also considered important market growth contributors, catering to the niche segments such as artisanal sausage producers and private-label brands. The competitive landscape is one of continuous innovation, through commitment to meeting the evolving demands of Europe's meat processing industry.

Top Investment Segments Studied in the Europe Collagen Casings Market Report

By Product Type:

As per Product Type, the industry has been categorized into Edible, and Non-edible casings.

By Application:

As per Application, the industry has been categorized into Fresh Sausages, Cooked Sausages, Dry-Cured Sausages, Meat-based Snacks, and Others.

By End Use:

As per End Use, the industry has been categorized into Industrial Food Processing, Foodservice, Private Label, Butcheries and Meat Processors, and Others.

By Caliber (Diameter):

As per Caliber (Diameter), the industry has been categorized into Small and Large.

By Country:

Industry analysis has been carried out in key countries of Germany, UK, France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Nordic, Hungary, Poland, Czech Republic and Rest of Europe.