A New Gateway for FSMPs to Enter the Chinese Market – How Boao Hope City’s Temporary Import Policy Unlocks Global Opportunities
In 2025, the temporary import policy for Foods for Special Medical Purposes (FSMPs) in the Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone of Hainan Free Trade Port (hereinafter referred to as the “Boao Hope City”), continues to capture worldwide attention. This policy provides clinically urgent nutritional support solutions for patients with rare diseases and specific conditions, while giving overseas manufacturers an unprecedented first-mover advantage in the Chinese market. Below is a concise, practical guide for enterprises and patients.