Key facts
- Kirin Holdings is accelerating the Asia-Pacific expansion of its health science business.
- The company aims to become a leading regional player in the health science sector.
- A new entity, Kirin Health Science International Pty Ltd (KHSI), will be established on April 1, 2026.
- KHSI will manage the business-to-consumer (B2C) segment of Kirin's health science operations outside of Japan.
- The new company will consolidate brands, ingredients, and expertise from group companies including Blackmores and FANCL.
- Kirin's strategy involves offering both 'internal' solutions (supplements, food, beverages) and 'external' solutions (skincare, information, services).
Japanese beverage maker Kirin Holdings is accelerating the expansion of its health science business across the Asia-Pacific region, with the goal of becoming a dominant player in the sector. To achieve this, the company will establish a new subsidiary, Kirin Health Science International Pty Ltd (KHSI), effective April 1, 2026.
KHSI, headquartered in Sydney, Australia, will be wholly owned by Kirin Holdings and will be responsible for managing the business-to-consumer (B2C) segment of the company's Health Science Domain outside of Japan. This strategic move aims to unify business activities that were previously managed independently across different regions, thereby enhancing operational efficiency, consistency, and competitiveness under a single global brand strategy and standardized business processes.
The new entity will integrate the brands, ingredients, technological assets, and expertise of Kirin's group companies, including established names like Blackmores, FANCL, Kyowa Hakko Bio, and Koiwai Dairy Products. Kirin's unique approach focuses on supporting both 'internal methods,' such as supplements, foods, and beverages, and 'external solutions,' encompassing skincare, information, services, and devices. Through this integrated strategy, KHSI intends to build foundational health, address individual health needs, and improve overall consumer well-being within the diverse lifestyles of consumers, primarily in the Asia Pacific region.