NHC Removes "Population-Based" Quotas for IVF Licenses in New 5-Year Plan

Written By camellia chen

【Abstract】: (Policy Analysis) The National Health Commission (NHC) released the "15th Five-Year Plan for Assisted Reproductive Technology Application" today. A major deviation from previous rules is the removal of the strict "one center per 3 million people" quota. Instead, licenses will be granted based on "Technical Capability and Quality Control" regardless of regional density.

  • Business Insight: This "Deregulation" is the biggest green light for private investment in a decade. It signals a shift from "state-planned distribution" to "market-driven competition." We anticipate a construction boom of new private fertility centers in Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities, creating a massive Q3/Q4 demand spike for lab equipment, cleanroom engineering, and turn-key solutions.

  • 【Keywords】: #ChinaIVFPolicy #Deregulation #MarketEntry

  • 【Source】: National Health Commission / Caixin Global (Feb 16, 2026)

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