海南创新境外特殊食品进口使用路径 特殊患者在乐城吃上“特制饭”

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of temporary importation of special medical foods in Hainan has significantly improved the nutritional needs of patients with specific diseases, exemplified by the case of a young girl suffering from Crohn's disease who benefited from a specially designed product [2][3][4]. Group 1: Policy and Implementation - Hainan has pioneered the exploration of a system for the importation and use of special medical foods from abroad, allowing patients with specific diseases to access necessary nutritional products [2][5]. - The first temporary import prescription for special medical food was issued in Hainan, marking a significant milestone in the availability of such products for patients [3][10]. - The policy was facilitated by the adjustment of relevant provisions in the Food Safety Law, enabling the provincial government to approve the temporary importation of special medical foods [8][9]. Group 2: Market Impact - As of June 2023, Hainan's market regulatory authority has received applications for 12 types of special medical foods from various medical institutions, with 7 already approved for use, benefiting hundreds of patients [5][10]. - The successful implementation of this policy is expected to enhance the accessibility of urgently needed special medical foods in China and attract more patients and healthcare consumers to Hainan [10]. Group 3: Future Prospects - The provincial market regulatory authority plans to continue leveraging the special food policy to promote real-world research on imported health and special medical foods, aiming to expedite the registration and review processes for these products [10].