Viscofan, S.A. Overview
Pro stress-test →Viscofan is a Spanish company that manufactures casings for meat products, with operations in multiple countries. It produces four types of artificial casings: cellulose, collagen, fibrous, and plastic. The company is the global leader in food casings, commanding approximately 40% market share and serving over 100 countries worldwide.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →By extending its production into multiple casing categories, and by positioning itself as a low-cost producer, Viscofan has captured a global market share of some 40 percent, placing it ahead of its two main competitors, Viskase, in the United States, and Devro, in the United Kingdom. The company operates a geographically diversified manufacturing footprint spanning Europe, North America, Asia-Pacific, and South America, enabling cost-efficient supply to major food processing centers globally.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Viscofan's two main competitors are Viskase in the United States and Devro in the United Kingdom. Viscofan maintains superior cost efficiency and product diversification, enabling market share dominance. Viscofan exports a large part of its products to other markets and is currently present in over 100 countries.
Industry Context
Viscofan, S.A. operates in Food Casings & Specialty Packaging.
Key facts
Founded: 1975 · Headquarters: Tajonar, Spain · Employees: 5,323 · Revenue: $1.37B · Market cap: $3.01B