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Recently, Haleon China officially signed cooperation agreements with Peking University Health Science Center and Jinan University. – Peking University Health Science Center: Haleon will co-establish a pain science laboratory focusing on four key areas: exploring the impact of pain on the physical and mental health of different populations, investigating the mechanisms of pain induction, advancing … Read more

Recently, China’s first new protein food technology innovation base was established in Fengtai District, Beijing. The base is located within the Shounong Development Innovation and Technology Industrial Park and is set to commence construction in April 2024, with a total investment of nearly 80 million yuan. It aims to fill the gap in industrial-scale production … Read more

On January 20, Future Star introduced its HMO Specialized Children’s Formula Milk, designed for children aged 3 and above. The new product features natural high calcium and native protein, enriched with two types of prebiotics, six vitamins, and five minerals to meet children’s daily nutritional needs.  (Source: Mengniu Dairy Official Weibo) Sign Up to Receive … Read more

Recently, two specialized medical foods designed for children with rare metabolic disorders, phenylketonuria (PKU), methylmalonic acidemia (MMA), and propionic acidemia (PA), have successfully obtained product registration. This marks a significant milestone in China, achieving the first domestically registered products in this category, which will improve the accessibility of medical nutrition for rare disease patients. These … Read more

In accordance with the Food Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China and its implementation regulations, as well as the Administrative Measures for the Catalog of Health Food Ingredients and Health Functions, the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) conducted a public consultation from July 29 to December 31, 2024, on the Proposed List … Read more

On January 17, the National Food Evaluation Center under the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) updated three Q&A topics regarding health food ingredients. Q1. If an ingredient is included in the health food ingredient catalog but the daily dosage in the product exceeds the specified range, how should such products be registered or filed? … Read more

On January 17, the National Health Commission’s government service platform announced the acceptance of new food applications, including one new food raw material (krill oil). (Source: National Health Commission)   Sign Up to Receive China Updates Weekly Newsletter for FREE, HERE Visit HPA-China’s Information Hub, HERE  

Neurological disorders pose significant global public health challenges, with a rising prevalence and complex pathophysiological mechanisms that impose substantial social and economic burdens. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), with its holistic approach and multi-target effects, has gained increasing attention in the treatment of neurological diseases. This review explores bioactive compounds derived from Chinese herbal plants, focusing … Read more

Reckitt Benckiser Group has begun construction of a global R&D science and innovation center in Caohejing Hi-Tech Park in Minhang District. With an investment of more than 300 million yuan (US$41 million), it will be the consumer goods company’s biggest R&D site investment in Asia and is expected to be operational next year. The site … Read more

A groundbreaking study by ADM, in collaboration with China Agricultural University, has found that a combination of heat-treated Bifidobacterium longum CECT 7347 (marketed as PRIOME® Gut Health) and Fibersol®-2 significantly improves the gut health of adult cats, particularly during dietary changes. The study, published in Animals, demonstrated that cats supplemented with these ingredients showed better intestinal balance, enhanced … Read more