Qian Zhan Wang·2026-01-16 03:11Core Insights - The biopharmaceutical industry in China is a strategic emerging industry, crucial for public health, technological innovation, and enhancing national pharmaceutical autonomy. The market size is projected to grow from CNY 4,210 billion in 2022 to CNY 8,000 billion by 2028, with an annual growth rate stabilizing between 10%-12% [1][2][23]. Industry Overview - In 2020, the biopharmaceutical market in China was valued at CNY 3,457 billion, increasing to CNY 4,100 billion in 2021, representing an 18.6% year-on-year growth. However, growth slowed to 2.68% in 2022, with a slight increase to CNY 4,210 billion [1][2]. - The industry is segmented into upstream (raw materials and medical devices), midstream (drug synthesis and production), and downstream (drug distribution). Biopharmaceuticals and chemical drugs have higher profit margins, with biopharmaceutical companies reporting gross margins of 80%-86% [2][4]. Xiamen Biopharmaceutical Industry - Xiamen is a key hub for biopharmaceutical industry development, recognized as a national strategic emerging industry cluster. The local government has implemented various supportive policies since 2016, focusing on innovation and industrialization [6][9]. - The industrial output value of Xiamen's biopharmaceutical sector reached CNY 1,045.87 billion in 2022, with a slight decline to CNY 847 billion in 2023, and is projected to stabilize around CNY 840 billion in 2024 [17][18]. Policy Environment - Xiamen's government has introduced multiple measures to support the biopharmaceutical industry, including financial incentives for R&D and commercialization, with significant rewards for new drug development and medical device innovation [9][26]. - The city aims to establish a CNY 100 billion venture capital fund and enhance the entire process from R&D to clinical application by 2025 [23][26]. Future Outlook - By 2025, Xiamen plans to significantly increase the number of registered biopharmaceutical companies, with projections indicating over 2,200 registered firms, marking a notable rise from previous years [18]. - The city aims to develop a CNY 700 billion biopharmaceutical industry chain, supported by specialized parks and a focus on various sub-sectors, including biopharmaceuticals and medical devices [23][26].