Viskase Companies, Inc. is a producer of non-edible cellulosic, fibrous and plastic casings, which is used to prepare and package processed meat products. The Company provides value-added support services relating to these products for consumer products companies. The Company’s products include cellulose casings, plastic casings, fibrous casings, netting and fabric, transfer casings, and applied technologies. Cellulose Casings are designed for automated production of tubular sausages, such as hot dogs, cooked sausages, dry salamis, pepperoni, mortadella. Plastic casings are casings for processed meat and poultry applications. Fibrous casings can be used for a range of applications, including pepperoni, salami, luncheon meats, boneless hams and other deli-style processed meats. The Company operates approximately nine manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. The Company sells its products in approximately 100 countries throughout the world.