Core Viewpoint - NMN (β-Nicotinamide Mononucleotide) is gaining global attention in the health industry due to its potential in anti-aging, DNA repair, and metabolic regulation, with significant advancements in regulatory approval and market potential expected by 2025 [1][2]. Group 1: NMN Definition and Function - NMN is a direct precursor to NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide), crucial for delaying aging and enhancing physiological functions [3][4]. - Supplementing NMN can rapidly increase NAD+ levels in the body, playing a vital role in anti-aging, cardiovascular health, and cognitive function [4][6]. Group 2: Global Regulatory Landscape - By 2025, NMN's global compliance process is expected to accelerate, with major markets like the US, Japan, Canada, and Australia confirming its legal status through various regulatory pathways [1][2]. - In China, NMN has not yet received approval as a drug or health food, but it has been recognized as a new cosmetic ingredient, laying the groundwork for future regulatory developments [1][17]. Group 3: Market Demand Drivers - The aging population in China is projected to grow significantly, with the elderly population expected to increase from 320 million to 390 million between 2025 and 2030, driving the "silver economy" and demand for anti-aging products [19]. - Younger generations, particularly those born in the 1990s, are increasingly aware of anti-aging needs, creating a dual demand for NMN products [19]. Group 4: Technological Innovations - Continuous innovations in synthesis, quality testing, and delivery methods are driving the NMN industry forward, with full enzyme methods significantly enhancing production efficiency and reducing costs [21][22]. - The establishment of testing standards is raising industry entry barriers, promoting market development [22]. Group 5: Current Market Status - The NMN market in China has been expanding rapidly since its large-scale entry in 2020, with expectations to exceed 3 billion yuan by 2025 [28]. - NMN is primarily used in health supplements (approximately 90% of applications) and cosmetics (10-20%), with potential future applications in pet nutrition, medical health, and agricultural technology [24][28]. Group 6: Sales Channels - NMN products are mainly sold through cross-border e-commerce and private channels, with cross-border e-commerce accounting for 60-70% of the market share [35]. Group 7: Industry Challenges - The NMN industry faces challenges such as exaggerated claims, lack of consumer awareness, and the need for technological iteration, necessitating a focus on compliance and innovation to unlock market potential [61][63].
2025年中国NMN行业研究报告