Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2025-12-10 01:43Core Insights - The pharmaceutical distribution industry is a crucial component of the national healthcare system and health industry, significantly impacting public health and safety [1][7] - The industry is experiencing growth due to the implementation of the "two-invoice system" reform and increasing public awareness of healthcare [1][7] Industry Overview - The pharmaceutical distribution market in China is projected to reach a sales volume of 29,470 billion yuan in 2024, with wholesale sales accounting for 22,970 billion yuan (77.94%) and retail sales for 6,500 billion yuan (22.06%) [1][7] - The regional distribution of sales shows that East China accounts for 36.3%, Central South 27.0%, North China 15.2%, Southwest 13.4%, Northeast 4.3%, and Northwest 3.8%, with the top three regions contributing to 78.5% of total sales [9][10] Sales Structure - The sales composition indicates that Western medicine accounts for 70.8% of total sales, followed by traditional Chinese medicine at 14.6%, medical devices at 7.7%, and other categories [9][10] Current State of the Industry - As of the end of 2024, there are 705,400 licensed pharmaceutical businesses in China, including 15,100 wholesale companies and 66,070 retail chain enterprises [3][5] - The total number of retail pharmacies has increased to 683,700, with a notable rise in single retail pharmacies [3][5] Financial Performance - In 2024, the main business income of reported pharmaceutical distribution enterprises reached 22,431 billion yuan, reflecting a 0.8% increase from 2023, while the profit totaled 468 billion yuan with an average gross margin of 7.2% [5][6] Industry Chain - The pharmaceutical distribution industry serves as a critical link in the pharmaceutical supply chain, connecting manufacturers with end-users, including hospitals and pharmacies [11][12] Competitive Landscape - Major players in the pharmaceutical distribution sector include East China Pharmaceutical, Shanghai Pharmaceutical, China National Pharmaceutical Group, and others, with significant revenue contributions from these companies [14][15] Future Development Directions - The industry aims to enhance operational efficiency and inventory management to ensure a stable supply of pharmaceuticals while minimizing financial risks [18][19]