MeiYiTian and Sam’s Club Launch First Active Probiotic Beverage

On October 8, MeiYiTian announced the launch of its first active probiotic beverage in collaboration with Sam’s Club. According to official sources, the product contains China’s patented K56 space strain, is fat-free, and includes 50 billion live lactobacilli. Source: MeiYiTian Official Video Channel Sign Up to Receive China Updates Weekly Newsletter for FREE, HERE Visit … Read more

How Brands Ride the Wave of Podcast Marketing Popularity?

Market Overview In this year, over 150 brands have established their own branded podcasts on Chinese Podcast app- Xiaoyuzou. In addition to well-known names like Nike and Kering, more niche brands such as Aesop, Marimekko, and Patagonia are leveraging Chinese podcasts for their marketing. Podcasts are capturing the hearts of China’s youth, especially those in top-tier cities. A staggering year-over-year … Read more

China Dietary Supplement Online Market 2024 – H1

HPA-Global Insight’s, Jeff Crowther, talks with Brian Negley, U.S. Representative for Early Data based in Shanghai. In this video, Brian reviews the 2024 H1 performance of dietary supplement brands, products and platforms in China’s overall cross border & e-commerce market. If you’d like to receive the deck or wish to dig a bit deeper on … Read more

China ICP Registration Guide: Types, Requirements, & FAQs (2024)

As China continues to lead global eCommerce, entering this thriving market can be a game-changer for businesses. However, before any website or app can legally operate in mainland China, companies must secure an ICP (Internet Content Provider) registration. This regulatory requirement, enforced by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), is crucial to ensure compliance … Read more

Alibaba Wins Beijing’s Approval, Ending Years-Long Scrutiny

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. has secured the endorsement of China’s antitrust watchdog more than three years after a landmark probe into its online behavior, suggesting Beijing is keen to signal its support for the country’s giant internet sector. China’s e-commerce leader has ceased the monopolistic practices that prompted an investigation more than three years ago, … Read more

Taiji Group Explores the Development of Products for the Silver Generation in the Wellness Industry

Recently, Taiji Group announced on its investor interaction platform that the company is aligning with market demand and exploring the field of wellness products, expanding into new markets with a focus on products that combine medicine and food. The company has developed personal care products like Huoxiang (Agastache) and derivatives such as throat lozenges, as … Read more

Group Standard Project for “Live E-commerce Food Claims” Approved

Recently, the China Health Care Association announced that according to the relevant provisions of the “China Health Care Association Group Standards Management Measures,” after a process of public solicitation, voluntary applications, and project argumentation, it has decided to collaborate with the China Federation of Radio and Television Social Organizations to jointly approve the group standard … Read more

Public Consultation on 11 New Food Additives Including Glutaminase Transaminase

On September 26, the National Center for Food Safety Risk Assessment issued a notice seeking public comments on five new food additives, including Glutaminase Transaminase, three new food fortification agents such as 3-Fucosyllactose, the extended usage of food additives Sucralose and Acesulfame Potassium (also known as Acesulfame K), and the expanded application of the food … Read more

China Resources Sanjiu and Dain Pharmaceutical Co-Promote Vitamin D Drops

China Resources Sanjiu and Shandong Dain Marine Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. signed a strategic cooperation agreement for Vitamin D drops (capsule form). Both companies aim to promote the broader application of Vitamin D supplementation across diverse populations. According to the agreement, China Resources Sanjiu will become the exclusive distributor of Dain’s Vitamin D drops (capsule form) … Read more

Comvita Signs Strategic Partnership with Global Leading Brand Hilmar

On September 19, Comvita signed a strategic cooperation agreement with global dairy producer Hilmar. As one of the world’s largest manufacturers of cheese and whey protein, Hilmar supplies 6% of the global whey raw material market. Hilmar’s CEO, David Ahlem, stated, “Hilmar will engage in resource sharing, capability exchange, and complementary advantages with Comvita. Our … Read more