The Market and Product Dynamics of Hydrogen

Japan Launches New Portable Hydrogen Water Generator

Panasonic announced a new home hydrogen water machine in May 2024, claiming that through electrolysis technology, the hydrogen concentration in water has been increased to 1.6 ppm, and minerals have been added to enhance absorption rate. The price is approximately 150,000 yen (about 1,000 US dollars)

Expansion of Hydrogen Water Beverage Brands in China

Domestic brands such as "Hydrogen Vitality" and "Shuizu Sen" have launched canned hydrogen water beverages, emphasizing concepts of "antioxidation" and "anti-fatigue". In 2024, their online sales increased by 50% year-on-year. Some products indicate hydrogen gas concentration (0.8 - 1.2 ppm), but no clinical verification data is provided.

- Attempts in the Medical Field

A private hospital in Bangkok, Thailand has incorporated hydrogen water into its post-operative rehabilitation packages, claiming that it can accelerate wound healing; some cosmetic institutions in Europe have promoted "hydrogen water masks" and hydrogen water SPA treatments, claiming that they can combat aging (lacking authoritative certification)