Ingredient

Natural Pork Casings

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use natural pork casings to hold ground meat mixtures together in sausages, hot …

What it is

Natural pork casings are the cleaned intestines of pigs, primarily the small intestine. They are washed, treated, and processed to be used as a natural container for processed meats like sausages. This process ensures they are safe for consumption and provide a traditional texture.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use natural pork casings to hold ground meat mixtures together in sausages, hot dogs, and bratwurst. They provide a characteristic 'snap' when bitten and contribute to the overall texture and appearance of the finished product. They are most commonly found in fresh or smoked sausages.

Health notes

Natural pork casings are considered a food ingredient and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are primarily a source of protein and do not have specific health claims associated with them. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated food ingredients, but specific evaluations for natural casings are not widely publicized.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. Pork is not one of the nine FDA major allergens. Gluten is not present.

Products containing Natural Pork Casings

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Abraham Of North America, Inc. Bavarian Bratwurst Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 294kcal 12.9Protein 25.9Fat 4.7Carbs Abraham Of North America, Inc. Bavarian Bratwurst, Onion Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 294kcal 12.9Protein 25.9Fat 4.7Carbs Abraham Of North America, Inc. Bavarian Bratwurst, Hot Chili Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 294kcal 12.9Protein 25.9Fat 4.7Carbs Abraham Of North America, Inc. Oktoberfest Bratwurst Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 294kcal 12.9Protein 25.9Fat 4.7Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Chorizo Sausage Frozen Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 286kcal 22.3Protein 20.5Fat 1.8Carbs Lil Smokehouse 3 Cheese Smoked Sausage, 3 Cheese Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 281kcal 17.5Protein 21.1Fat 1.8Carbs Lil Smokehouse Sweet Fire Smoked Sausage, Sweet Fire Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 263kcal 14.0Protein —Fat 14.0Carbs

Lil Smokehouse Blueberry Smoked Sausage, Blueberry Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 263kcal 14.0Protein 17.5Fat 12.3Carbs Lil Smokehouse Apple Smoked Sausage, Apple Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 263kcal 10.5Protein 15.8Fat 14.0Carbs

Lil Smokehouse Pineapple Smoked Sausage, Pineapple Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats 263kcal 14.0Protein 17.5Fat 14.0Carbs

Lil Smokehouse Jalapeno & Cheddar Smoked Sausage, Jalapeno & Cheddar Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 263kcal 15.8Protein 21.1Fat 1.8Carbs Mozian & Associates, Inc. Spicy Italian Style Pork Sausage, Spicy Italian Style Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 29% DV per serving 268kcal 21.4Protein 19.6Fat 1.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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