Please Note: Natural Casings Cannot Be Shipped Outside The Us An Edible Casing, Generally Used For Making Knockwurst, Polish Sausage And Others. 1 Lb Of Meat Will Use About 2 Feet Of Casing. Sausage Maker Casings Are Packed In Purified Salt And Have An Indefinite Shelf Life When Stored In The Refrigerator. Flush And Soak In Tap Water Before Using. Salted Casings Have A Very Long Shelf Life When Stored Properly. Un-Refrigerated, These Salted Casings Quickly Begin To Give Off A Strong Odor Even Though They Are Not Spoiled. Put Them Back Under Refrigeration And This Odor For The Most Part Subsides. Stuffing Capacity Per Hank: Approximately 140 Lbs. Diameter: Approximately 1 3/8'' - 1 1/2'' When Stuffed