Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the success story of Yang Xia, the founder of Jinbo Biological, who transformed a small startup with 500,000 yuan into a leading biological materials company valued at over 20 billion yuan, focusing on human-derived collagen protein for the medical aesthetics industry and beyond [4][6]. Company Overview - Jinbo Biological was established in 2008 with a mission to develop recombinant human-derived collagen protein, addressing a significant gap in the market due to the high costs and limitations of natural collagen [5][6]. - The company achieved a major breakthrough in 2014 by successfully developing the first recombinant type III collagen product, leading to the establishment of the world's first production line for recombinant human-derived collagen in 2019 [6][7]. Financial Performance - Jinbo Biological went public on the Beijing Stock Exchange on July 20, 2023, with an initial stock price of 49 yuan, raising 245 million yuan. The company's market capitalization reached 12 billion yuan on its first trading day [7]. - In 2024, the company reported a revenue of 1.443 billion yuan, a sixfold increase over three years, with a net profit of 732 million yuan, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 144.3% [7][11]. Product Development - The core product, "Wei Yimei," contributed 1.254 billion yuan to the revenue, accounting for 86.89% of total sales, and is used in over 4,000 medical institutions across China [7][11]. - Jinbo Biological has received three Class III medical device certifications for its recombinant collagen injection products, establishing a strong technical barrier in the industry [8][10]. Strategic Partnerships and Investments - In 2025, Jinbo Biological announced a significant capital operation, raising 2 billion yuan through a private placement to expand production capacity and develop a collagen protein database [9]. - The company also entered into a strategic partnership with Zhong Shanshan, acquiring a 10.58% stake, which aims to leverage distribution channels for functional foods and skincare products [9][10]. Future Outlook - Jinbo Biological is expanding its applications of collagen protein beyond medical aesthetics into fields such as gynecology and orthopedics, emphasizing the material's potential as a life material [11][12]. - The company is also focusing on maintaining its competitive edge through original innovation and establishing a functional protein research institute to foster long-term technological development [11][12].