Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-10-03 03:04Overview - The demand for hemodialysis in China is rapidly increasing due to a large patient population and the inclusion of end-stage renal disease treatment in major illness insurance, which has improved reimbursement rates, significantly boosting market demand for hemodialysis devices [1][8] - The market size of the hemodialyzer industry in China is projected to reach 5.322 billion yuan in 2024, with a year-on-year growth of 0.48% [1][8] Market Policies - The Chinese government has implemented various policies to support the development of the medical device industry, including hemodialyzers, ensuring market order, product quality, and patient safety [4][5] Industry Chain - The hemodialyzer industry chain consists of upstream suppliers of hollow fibers and dialysis membrane materials, midstream manufacturers producing various types of hemodialyzers, and downstream medical institutions such as public hospitals and independent dialysis centers [6][7] Current Development - The number of hemodialysis patients in China is expected to reach 1.0273 million in 2024, representing a year-on-year increase of 12.04%, with a notable rise in the average age of patients [8] - The male patient proportion is 61.3%, with new male patients accounting for 63.9% [8] Competitive Landscape - The hemodialyzer market in China was initially dominated by foreign companies, but domestic companies like Weigao Blood Purification and Sanxin Medical have been increasing their market share due to improved R&D capabilities and local cost advantages [9][11] - The shift from price competition to quality and innovation is evident, driven by regulatory changes and procurement policies [9] Key Companies - Weigao Blood Purification, a leading player in the blood purification industry, reported a total revenue of 3.604 billion yuan in 2024, with hemodialyzer revenue accounting for 51% of total revenue [11] - Sanxin Medical, established in 1997, achieved a total revenue of 1.5 billion yuan in 2024, with blood purification-related business contributing 81.13% of total revenue [11][12] Future Trends - The implementation of volume-based procurement policies is expected to lower product prices, leading to increased industry concentration as less competitive companies may exit the market [13] - Hemodialyzer companies are likely to offer integrated solutions combining equipment, consumables, and services to enhance customer satisfaction and market competitiveness [13]