Sirio Pharma Reports Q1 2025 Revenue of RMB 954 Million (Approx. USD 131.8 Million)

On April 23, Sirio Pharma released its financial report for the first quarter of 2025. During the reporting period, the company recorded revenue of RMB 954 million (approximately USD 131.8 million), representing a year-on-year increase of 0.28%. Net profit reached RMB 68.64 million (approximately USD 9.48 million), showing a year-on-year growth of 8.90%. (Source: Company … Read more

Clinical Results Released for Ergothioneine in Eye and Liver Health

On April 18, supported by the People’s Daily Health Client and sponsored by Jinsan Biotech, the “Ergothioneine IIT Clinical Research Results Conference for Eye and Liver Fields and Ergothioneine Academic and Application Exchange” was held. Over the past year, two human clinical studies focused on eye health and liver health were conducted. Dr. Jiang Jiang, … Read more

Market Regulators Complete First-Round Nationwide Systematic Inspections of Health Food Manufacturers

Recently, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) announced that after five years of continuous effort, the first-round systematic inspections of all operating health food manufacturers across the country have been completed. A total of 2,520 inspections have been conducted, achieving a coverage rate of 140%. This effort has helped maintain the health food product … Read more

China’s First Temporarily Imported Health Food Launched in Hainan Lecheng

On April 17, the Hainan Provincial Bureau of Economic Development, the Provincial Administration for Market Regulation, the Boao Lecheng Pilot Zone Administration, and the Provincial Health Commission jointly held a press conference at the Hainan International Convention and Exhibition Center to announce the arrival of China’s first temporarily imported health food — Clinique La Prairie … Read more

State Council Approves Establishment of Cross-Border E-Commerce Pilot Zones in Hainan and 15 Other Cities

On April 25, the State Council released its Approval on the Establishment of Comprehensive Pilot Zones for Cross-Border E-Commerce in Hainan Island and 15 Other Cities (Regions). The State Council agreed to establish Comprehensive Pilot Zones for Cross-Border E-Commerce in Hainan Island and the following 15 cities (regions): Qinhuangdao, Baoding, Erenhot, Dandong, Chuzhou, Sanming, Kaifeng, … Read more

SAMR Solicits Public Comments on Draft Health Food Claim: “Helps Maintain Joint Health”

On April 24, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) issued a notice titled “Draft Directory of Health Functions Permitted for Health Food Claims: Helps Maintain Joint Health (Helps Relieve Joint Pain/Stiffness, Helps Reduce Joint Swelling, Helps Maintain Cartilage Health, Helps Maintain Bone and Joint Health)” for public consultation. The deadline for submitting feedback is … Read more

Probiotics China News Bites – April 2025

Recently, Sirio Pharma stated on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange interactive platform that exports from its China-based production to the U.S. account for less than 15% of its total revenue. The company is actively adopting multiple strategies to control the impact of “reciprocal tariffs” on its U.S. export business. Sirio promptly initiated discussions with clients to … Read more

Researchers Develop Ingestible Probiotic Hydrogel for Antibiotic-Free Helicobacter pylori Eradication

Recently, Zhao Jiulong from the Department of Gastroenterology at Changhai Hospital of the Naval Medical University, Wang Shige from the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology, and Xu Lizhi from the University of Hong Kong jointly developed a multifunctional probiotic powder that transforms into a hydrogel in the stomach. This hydrogel is responsive to … Read more

Novonesis Launches Next-Generation Weizmannia Coagulans Strain

On April 9, Novonesis launched its next-generation Weizmannia coagulans strain under the brand name ProSilience Protectsr. According to the company, ProSilience Protectsr can be widely used in gummies, solid beverages, instant drink powders, refrigerated liquid drinks, nuts, cereals, and baked goods. It can also be used in combination with other food ingredients to provide comprehensive … Read more

Sirio Pharma Takes Multiple Measures to Mitigate Impact of Reciprocal Tariffs

Recently, Sirio Pharma stated on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange interactive platform that exports from its China production facilities to the United States account for less than 15% of the company’s total revenue. The company is actively taking multiple measures to control the impact of reciprocal tariffs on its U.S. export business. Sirio has promptly initiated … Read more