Encased In Beef Collagen
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What it is
Beef collagen casings are made from the collagen extracted from the outer layer of beef intestines. This collagen is processed and formed into a thin, edible tube that is then filled with meat mixtures to create sausages and hot dogs.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use beef collagen casings to hold processed meat products together, giving them their characteristic shape and providing a uniform texture. They are commonly found in sausages, hot dogs, and other types of brats.
Health notes
Beef collagen casings are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are an edible component of the final product and do not typically pose health concerns when consumed as part of a balanced diet. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated collagen, and it is considered safe.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Beef is not one of the nine FDA major allergens.
Products containing Encased In Beef Collagen
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Smithfield Farmland Corp.
Gwaltney, Chicken Hot Dogs, Original, Original
209kcal
11.6Protein
16.3Fat
9.3Carbs
Smithfield Farmland Corp.
Chicken Hot Dogs, Original
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
209kcal
13.9Protein
13.9Fat
7.0Carbs
Smithfield Farmland Corp.
Cheese Smoked Sausage, Cheese Smoked
High in sodium — 23% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
268kcal
12.5Protein
21.4Fat
7.1Carbs
Sunnyland Foods, Inc.
Jumbos Plump & Juicy, Chicken Franks Pork And Beef Added
High in sodium — 26% DV per serving
228kcal
10.5Protein
19.3Fat
5.3Carbs
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.
Bun Size Beef Franks
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
302kcal
11.3Protein
26.4Fat
5.7Carbs
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.
Jumbo Franks
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
340kcal
11.3Protein
28.3Fat
7.5Carbs
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.
Bun Size Franks, Beef & Pork, Turkey
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
340kcal
11.3Protein
28.3Fat
7.5Carbs
Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc.
Jumbo Beef Franks Hot Dogs
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
302kcal
11.3Protein
26.4Fat
5.7Carbs
Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc.
Jumbo Hot Dogs Franks
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
340kcal
11.3Protein
28.3Fat
7.5Carbs
Bruno's Supermarkets, Inc.
Chicken Franks
High in sodium — 27% DV per serving
214kcal
14.3Protein
14.3Fat
8.9Carbs