Core Viewpoint - The electric laparoscopic stapler market in China is experiencing growth due to increasing demand for minimally invasive surgeries, despite facing challenges from centralized procurement policies leading to a market size decline in 2024 [1][14]. Overview - Staplers are essential high-value consumables in modern surgery, replacing manual suturing with devices that use titanium staples for tissue connection [2][14]. - The demand for electric laparoscopic staplers is rising as the number of minimally invasive surgeries increases, driven by an aging population and higher expectations for medical service quality [1][14]. Market Policy - The Chinese government has implemented various policies to support the development of the medical device industry, including electric laparoscopic staplers, creating a favorable environment for market growth [6][9]. Industry Chain - The upstream of the electric laparoscopic stapler industry includes suppliers of metals like stainless steel and titanium, as well as polymer materials and components like firing mechanisms and motors [10]. - The midstream involves the research and production of electric laparoscopic staplers, while the downstream focuses on medical institutions that utilize these devices [10]. Development Status - The market for electric laparoscopic staplers is projected to decline to 3.72 billion yuan in 2024, a decrease of 7.38% year-on-year, due to the impact of centralized procurement policies [1][14]. Competitive Landscape - The market for electric laparoscopic staplers in China is relatively stable, with higher entry barriers compared to manual types, and domestic manufacturers are increasingly competing with established international brands [16][19]. - As of May 2025, a total of 210 electric laparoscopic stapler approvals have been granted by the National Medical Products Administration in China [16]. Industry Representative Companies - Jiangsu Fenghe Medical Equipment Co., Ltd. focuses on the development and production of disposable surgical consumables, contributing to advancements in minimally invasive surgery [19]. - Ningbo David Medical Devices Co., Ltd. has a comprehensive product matrix, including electric laparoscopic staplers, and reported a revenue of 5.27 billion yuan in 2024, with 1.887 billion yuan from minimally invasive surgical instruments [21]. Development Trends - Future advancements in electric laparoscopic staplers are expected to integrate sensor and artificial intelligence technologies, enhancing automation and precision in surgical procedures [23].