Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-12-09 16:54Core Viewpoint - The Chinese government will ban the production of mercury-containing thermometers and blood pressure monitors starting January 1, 2026, marking the end of mercury thermometers in the market [1]. Company Impact - Companies such as Yuyue Medical (002223.SZ) and Jiuan Medical (002432.SZ) have indicated that the impact of this ban on their business will be minimal, as they primarily focus on electronic products and have a very small volume of mercury thermometer and blood pressure monitor sales [1][5]. - Jiuan Medical stated that their main revenue source comes from reagent kits, particularly in the U.S. market, and they are not traditional manufacturers of thermometers [1]. Market Observations - There has been a noticeable increase in demand for mercury thermometers on e-commerce platforms, leading to stock shortages, while electronic and glass thermometers are more readily available [2]. - In physical pharmacies, staff reported that they have sold out of mercury thermometers due to increased demand, especially during the flu season, but they still offer electronic and infrared thermometers at significantly higher prices [4]. Industry Transition - Some medical companies have already begun transitioning away from mercury thermometers in anticipation of the ban, although they have not received formal notifications regarding the prohibition of sales [5]. - The market is expected to shift towards electronic and infrared thermometers, which are perceived as more convenient, especially for families with young children [4].