Chemical raw material matrine: active market, expanding applications, frequent innovations
08/06/2025 16:56:47
Recently, the field of chemical raw materials, matrine, has witnessed remarkable achievements, spanning from market dynamics to scientific breakthroughs, with significant progress made in various aspects. While promoting industrial development, it has also brought new opportunities to related application industries.
Market demand is on the rise, and the industrial scale is expanding
With the increasing global demand for green and low-toxicity products, matrine, as a natural plant-derived chemical active ingredient, has exhibited a vibrant market performance. In the first half of 2025, the domestic matrine market reached a scale of 850 million yuan, marking a 12% increase compared to the same period last year. In the agricultural sector, farmers' awareness of green pesticides has deepened, coupled with policy incentives promoting the development of green agriculture, leading to a continuous rise in demand for matrine pesticide formulations. Data indicates that sales of registered matrine pesticide products increased by 15% year-on-year in the first half of the year, effectively replacing some highly toxic chemical pesticides for pest control in vegetables, fruits, and grain crops. In the pharmaceutical market, drugs containing matrine are widely used in the treatment of liver diseases and adjuvant therapy for tumors, resulting in steady growth in related drug sales.
Expansion of application fields, continuous release of potential
The application landscape of matrine is continuously expanding. In forestry, many regions have achieved remarkable results in using matrine to prevent and control forest pests. For example, in Ergun City, drones were used to spray matrine, successfully curbing the damage of the poplar webworm to birch forests. 6,000 acres of forest land were effectively treated, and the spread of pests was significantly alleviated. Wangcang County also selected 0.5% pyrethrin-matrine solution and used aerial spraying to protect over 20,000 acres of forest land from pests such as the Sichuan cypress webworm. In the daily chemical industry, Shenzhen Shanhai Innovation Technology Co., Ltd. successfully registered a new raw material, "matrine caffeate". Combining the advantages of matrine and caffeic acid, it has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and other effects, and its stability and safety have been improved, providing new ideas for the innovation of cosmetic raw materials. At the scientific research level, a team from the Second Military Medical University found that matrine can target annexin A2, activate tumor-associated antigen presentation, alleviate immune tolerance in liver cancer, and bring new directions to tumor immunotherapy. Another study showed that oxymatrine can inhibit the formation of biofilm of Malassezia, demonstrating potential in the treatment of skin diseases.
Regulate market order and ensure product quality
While the market is thriving, regulation is being strengthened. Recently, the Market Supervision and Administration Bureau of Yilong New Area investigated and dealt with a case of counterfeit matrine. The matrine (Jiamanxing) purchased by 8 bamboo mushroom growers, including Peng Famin, resulted in crop yield reduction due to label issues and inconsistent efficacy. After mediation, the seller compensated the farmers with 223,500 yuan. This incident demonstrates the determination of regulatory authorities to maintain market order and protect farmers' rights and interests. It also reminds businesses and consumers to pay attention to product quality and promote the healthy development of the industry.
Driven by market demand, application expansion, and scientific research innovation, matrine boasts a broad development prospect due to its green and multifunctional characteristics. In the future, with technological advancements and market standardization, matrine is expected to exert greater value in more fields, facilitating green and sustainable development in industries such as chemical engineering, agriculture, and medicine.
