Ingredient

Sheep Casing

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Source

Animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Sheep casings are used to hold sausage meat together, giving sausages their characteristic shape …

What it is

Sheep casings are the cleaned intestines of sheep, primarily used as a natural casing for sausages. They are durable and allow the sausage to expand during cooking. The casings are processed and treated to ensure safety and quality for food use.

Why it's used

Sheep casings are used to hold sausage meat together, giving sausages their characteristic shape and texture. They are favored for their natural origin and the pleasant 'snap' they provide when bitten. Common in various types of sausages, hot dogs, and bratwurst.

Health notes

Sheep casings are considered a food ingredient and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are a source of protein and have no significant health implications when consumed as part of a balanced diet. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated food ingredients, but specific evaluations for sheep casings are not typically highlighted in public health contexts.

Allergen info

Sheep casings are not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Sheep Casing

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Square-H Brands, Inc. Louisiana Style Naturally Smoked Sausage In A Colored Casing, Red Hot Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats 232kcal 14.3Protein 16.1Fat 7.1Carbs Winter Sausage Mfg., Company Natural Casing Wieners Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 268kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Winter Sausage Mfg., Company Premium Deli Natural Casing Wieners Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 22% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 268kcal 10.7Protein 21.4Fat 3.6Carbs Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. Beef Natural Casing Frankfurters, Beef Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 265kcal 14.7Protein 20.6Fat 4.4Carbs Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. German Brand Frankfurters Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 176kcal 16.2Protein 11.8Fat 1.5Carbs Feltman's of Coney Island, LLC Uncured Beef Hot Dogs, Uncured Beef Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 333kcal 13.3Protein 28.9Fat 2.2Carbs

Square-H Brands, Inc. Smoked Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 214kcal 14.3Protein 16.1Fat 5.4Carbs Rocky Mountain Fruit & Produce Country Smoked Sausage Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats 214kcal 16.1Protein 16.1Fat 0Carbs

Square-H Brands, Inc. Smoked Sausage , Original Hot Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 21% DV per serving 232kcal 14.3Protein 16.1Fat 5.4Carbs Feltman's of Coney Island, LLC Uncured Beef Hot Dogs, Uncured Beef Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 303kcal 13.2Protein 26.3Fat 2.6Carbs Patek's Shiner Smokehouse, LLC Original Breakfast Smokies, Original Bacon, Sausages & Ribs High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 214kcal 17.9Protein 12.5Fat 1.8Carbs Patek's Shiner Smokehouse, LLC Fully Cooked Jalapeno Breakfast Smokies, Jalapeno Bacon, Sausages & Ribs High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 196kcal 17.9Protein 12.5Fat 1.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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