BYHEALTH Launches Its First OTC Glucosamine Sulfate Product
On July 4, media reported that BYHEALTH launched its first over-the-counter (OTC) glucosamine sulfate product, “Jianlido Glucosamine Sulfate Capsules.” The product uses pharmaceutical-grade crystalline glucosamine sulfate as its core ingredient, […]
Yakult Launches Zero-Sucrose Yakult Probiotic Drink
Yakult launched a zero-sucrose version of its probiotic drink. Building upon its previous low-sugar version, the new product contains no added sucrose while providing 50 billion live Lactobacillus probiotics per […]
Werdery Launches Two New Probiotic Fruit-Flavored Beverages
On June 27, Werdery launched two new probiotic fruit-flavored beverages in “Explosive Bayberry” and “Refreshing Double Pomelo” flavors. Both products contain three key probiotics: Lactobacillus rhamnosus JL-1, Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. […]
Feedback on Public Consultation Regarding Health Function Claim “Helps Maintain Joint Health”
In accordance with the Food Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China and the Administrative Measures for the Health Food Raw Material Directory and Health Function Claims Directory, the […]
SAMR and NHC Announce the Inclusion of Sildenafil-like and Tadalafil-like Substances That May Be Illegally Added to Foods
In accordance with the Regulations on the Implementation of the Food Safety Law of the People’s Republic of China and the Administrative Measures for the List of Non-Food Substances That […]
D-Allulose, Three Probiotics, and Sodium Hyaluronate: Five New Food Ingredients Approved
On July 2, the National Health Commission issued the 2025 Announcement No. 4 on D-Allulose and 19 Other “Three New Foods”. Five new food ingredients—D-Allulose, Saccharomyces cerevisiae CNCM I-3799, Bifidobacterium […]
Analysis on the Filing Status of Dietary Supplements in China – 2025 H1
In order to help enterprises better understand the filing status of health food (dietary supplements) in China, CIRS has gathered statistics on health foods approved in 2025 (as of June 30) and […]
China’s Changing Consumer Market: How It’s Surviving and Thriving
Chinese consumers are the proven growth drivers amid tariff war uncertainties. Though, what do Chinese shoppers actually want and buy? Here’s a closer look at popular commodities from dog food […]
Hi & Fi Asia-China 2025 Shatters Records: Global Engagement Soars
HPA-China Commentary: The association hosted two seminars at FiAsia China this year. Probiotics China Seminar and Innovative Ingredients China Seminar. The events highlighted association members and clients latest health / […]
Functional Fitness Competitions Fuel Sports Boom in China
HPA-China Commentary: The below article highlights the opportunity for sports nutrition such as protein powders, amino acids, pre-workout, creatine, endurance supplements, etc… ____________________________________________ CHONGQING, China, July 1 (Xinhua) — […]