Chan Ye Xin Xi Wang·2026-01-30 01:59Core Insights - The Chinese generic drug industry is undergoing significant changes due to policy factors, including the implementation of the drug marketing authorization holder system and early resolution mechanisms for patent disputes, which are reshaping the competitive landscape [1][11]. Industry Overview - The number of generic drug products that have passed or are deemed to have passed evaluations in China reached 2,998 in 2024, an increase of 1,008 from 2023, representing a year-on-year growth of 50.65% [1][11]. - The proportion of contract manufacturing among these evaluated generic drug products reached 33% in 2024, up from 12% in 2020, indicating a trend towards deeper industry collaboration and resource allocation [1][11]. Generic Drug Consistency Evaluation - The consistency evaluation of generic drugs ensures that they meet the same quality and efficacy standards as original drugs, which is crucial for patient safety and effective treatment [2][3]. - The evaluation process includes determining reference formulations, conducting pharmaceutical research, and ongoing monitoring to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards [2][3]. Industry Policies - Recent policies have been introduced to enhance the quality of generic drugs and promote their market acceptance, including the 2025 guidelines for deepening drug regulation reforms [5][6]. - The establishment of a reference formulation directory is essential for conducting consistency evaluations, with 87 batches published by the National Medical Products Administration by the end of 2024 [9]. Market Dynamics - The market for chemical generic drugs in China is projected to be 868.3 billion yuan in 2024, showing a decline of 3% year-on-year, with the market share of chemical generics in the overall drug market decreasing from 60% in 2018 to 50% in 2024 [7][8]. - The competitive landscape is becoming increasingly polarized, with leading pharmaceutical companies gaining significant market share while smaller firms face challenges due to funding and research limitations [11]. Key Companies - Notable companies in the generic drug consistency evaluation sector include Tigermed Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd., Huahai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., and Hengrui Medicine Co., Ltd., among others [1][11]. - Tigermed reported a revenue of 1.71 billion yuan in clinical trial services for the first half of 2025, reflecting a 3.07% increase year-on-year, while Hengrui Medicine achieved a revenue of 13.693 billion yuan, up 12.85% [12][14]. Future Trends - The focus of generic drug evaluations is expected to shift towards high-tech barrier products, such as controlled-release formulations and complex injectables, requiring enhanced reverse engineering and pharmaceutical research capabilities [15][16]. - The production model is transitioning from batch production to continuous manufacturing, which aims to ensure consistent quality and compliance with evaluation standards [15][16]. - Companies are encouraged to adopt a full lifecycle management approach for their products, emphasizing ongoing research and optimization post-evaluation to maintain market leadership [16].