Riding the Wave of China’s Medtech Localisation

In response to the growing trend of localisation requirements in China’s MedTech market, Fiducia Strategy Advisory (FSA) had the great honor to collaborate with Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE), to co-author an in-depth research report on May 07, 2025——”RIDING THE WAVE OF CHINA’S MEDTECH LOCALISATION”.

This report highlights the importance of understanding China’s localisation policies and their implications for MedTech companies. By carefully weighing the pros and cons of each localisation strategy, companies can make informed decisions to thrive in China’s dynamic MedTech market. Ultimately, a proactive and well-planned approach to localisation will enable international med-tech companies to not only sustain but also expand their footprint in this critical market.

Outline of the Report

1. Executive Summary
2. Chinese MedTech Market
2.1. China’s economic development
2.2. China’s MedTech market development
2.2.1. The MedTech market in China in 2024
2.2.2. Key trends in China’s MedTech market
2.3. MedTech sub-segment market snapshots
3. Localisation Trend
3.1. “Made in China 2025”
3.1.1. Policy introduction
3.1.2. Policy impact on MedTech
3.2. Government Procurement Law (GPL)
3.2.1. Legal framework and regulatory scope
3.2.2. Implementation and market impact
3.3. “Document 551”
3.3.1. Document introduction
3.3.2. Document impact on the MedTech market
3.4. Local content definition
3.5. Volume-based procurement
3.5.1. Introduction and implementation
3.5.2. Centralised procurement – future trend
3.5.3. Impact on companies
3.6. Challenges faced by companies
3.6.1. Vague definition of “Made in China”
3.6.2. Lengthy process and timeline for localisation
3.6.3. IP leakage risk
3.6.4. Lack of local talent
3.7. Solutions and localisation methods
4. Case Studies
5. Recommendations
6. About Fiducia Strategy Advisory
7. Support and Contacts

This report consolidates authoritative industry data and corporate case studies. If you are interested in the localisation of MedTech and would like to obtain more information, please feel free to contact us.