The Latin America, Middle East and Africa Vegetarian Casing Market is expected to witness market growth of 9.2% CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031).
The Brazil market dominated the LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by country in 2023, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $73.4 million by 2031. The Argentina market is experiencing a CAGR of 10.1% during 2024-2031. Additionally, the UAE market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.1% during 2024-2031.
The rise in plant-based food innovation has led to developing a wide range of meat alternatives, from burgers and sausages to deli slices and hot dogs. Vegetarian casings play an essential role in producing these products, helping achieve the desired texture and consistency. With growing awareness of health, sustainability, and animal welfare, vegetarian casings have become integral to the success of the plant-based meat sector.
Vegetarian casings are also used to produce plant-based cheese and other dairy substitutes. Some plant-based cheese products require a casing to maintain shape and enhance shelf life. Vegetarian casings are ideal for these applications, offering a plant-based alternative to traditional cheese wrappings. Although vegetarian casings are primarily used in the food industry, they also have applications in non-food sectors, such as the pharmaceutical industry for vegetarian capsules. In these applications, vegetarian casings made from ingredients like hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) or pullulan replace gelatin capsules.
Brazil, with its thriving food processing sector contributing $208 billion in 2022, is another key player in the growth of the market. As the largest sector in Brazil’s economy, food processing represents 10.8% of the country’s GDP and encompasses over 38,000 companies, most of which are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Brazil's growing demand for vegetarian and plant-based alternatives is driven by the shift in consumer preferences towards healthier, sustainable, and ethical food choices. With the rise of vegetarian and vegan products in the food industry, food processors are increasingly incorporating vegetarian casings into their production processes, making these products more accessible to a larger population. Therefore, the UAE and Brazil are witnessing significant economic growth in their food service and processing sectors.
The Brazil market dominated the LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by country in 2023, and is expected to continue to be a dominant market till 2031; thereby, achieving a market value of $73.4 million by 2031. The Argentina market is experiencing a CAGR of 10.1% during 2024-2031. Additionally, the UAE market is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 8.1% during 2024-2031.
The rise in plant-based food innovation has led to developing a wide range of meat alternatives, from burgers and sausages to deli slices and hot dogs. Vegetarian casings play an essential role in producing these products, helping achieve the desired texture and consistency. With growing awareness of health, sustainability, and animal welfare, vegetarian casings have become integral to the success of the plant-based meat sector.
Vegetarian casings are also used to produce plant-based cheese and other dairy substitutes. Some plant-based cheese products require a casing to maintain shape and enhance shelf life. Vegetarian casings are ideal for these applications, offering a plant-based alternative to traditional cheese wrappings. Although vegetarian casings are primarily used in the food industry, they also have applications in non-food sectors, such as the pharmaceutical industry for vegetarian capsules. In these applications, vegetarian casings made from ingredients like hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (HPMC) or pullulan replace gelatin capsules.
Brazil, with its thriving food processing sector contributing $208 billion in 2022, is another key player in the growth of the market. As the largest sector in Brazil’s economy, food processing represents 10.8% of the country’s GDP and encompasses over 38,000 companies, most of which are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Brazil's growing demand for vegetarian and plant-based alternatives is driven by the shift in consumer preferences towards healthier, sustainable, and ethical food choices. With the rise of vegetarian and vegan products in the food industry, food processors are increasingly incorporating vegetarian casings into their production processes, making these products more accessible to a larger population. Therefore, the UAE and Brazil are witnessing significant economic growth in their food service and processing sectors.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- Ennio International
- Ruitenberg Ingredients B.V.
- The Sausage Maker, Inc.
- SOREAL ILOU
- Viscofan, S.A.
- Kalle GmbH
- Weschenfelder Direct Ltd.
- The Michlitch Company
- Tongmaster Seasonings Ltd.
- Butchers-Sundries
Market Report Segmentation
By Application
- Edible Casing
- Non-Edible Casing
By Source
- Natural
- Synthetic
By Type
- Plant-Based
- Algae-Based
- Cellulose-Based
By Form
- Pre-Cut Casing
- Roll/Sheets
By Country
- Brazil
- Argentina
- UAE
- Saudi Arabia
- South Africa
- Nigeria
- Rest of LAMEA
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Market Scope & Methodology
Chapter 2. Market at a Glance
Chapter 3. Market Overview
Chapter 4. LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by Application
Chapter 5. LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by Source
Chapter 6. LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by Type
Chapter 7. LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by Form
Chapter 8. LAMEA Vegetarian Casing Market by Country
Chapter 9. Company Profiles
Companies Mentioned
- Ennio International
- Ruitenberg Ingredients B.V.
- The Sausage Maker, Inc.
- SOREAL ILOU
- Viscofan, S.A.
- Kalle GmbH
- Weschenfelder Direct Ltd.
- The Michlitch Company
- Tongmaster Seasonings Ltd.
- Butchers-Sundries
Methodology
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