Jinyun Tang
Time-Honored BrandJinyun Tang · Shanxi · Founded
Jinyun Tang, a time-honored pharmacy brand from Shanxi, carries forward the medical culture of Shanxi merchants. Renowned for authentic herbs and ancient preparation methods, it has been safeguarding people's health for generations.
Brand Story
Jinyun Tang traces its roots to Shanxi during the Ming and Qing dynasties, when Shanxi merchants flourished. Historical records show that these merchants, while dealing in banking and tea, also engaged in the herbal medicine trade, accumulating rich expertise in identifying and processing herbs. Adhering to the Shanxi merchants' philosophy of 'integrity first, balancing righteousness and profit,' Jinyun Tang established pharmacies across Shanxi, earning a reputation for 'selecting premium ingredients and preparing them with precision.' Though the founder's name is not recorded, it is said that a local renowned physician partnered with Shanxi merchants to create the brand, blending medical wisdom with commercial acumen. The herbs are sourced from authentic production areas like the Taihang and Lüliang mountains, and processed using traditional methods such as nine-steaming-nine-drying, wine-processing, and vinegar-processing to ensure efficacy. Culturally, Jinyun Tang embodies the pragmatic, honest, and virtuous character of Shanxi people. Despite wars and changes in modern times, it has preserved its traditional craftsmanship, becoming a vital inheritor of Shanxi's medical culture. Today, Jinyun Tang strives to integrate traditional medicine with modern health concepts, writing a new chapter for this time-honored brand.
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Signature Products
Made from premium donkey hides and prepared using traditional methods, it nourishes blood, replenishes yin, moistens dryness, and stops bleeding. (300-800 RMB/box)
Selected from Hunyuan, Shanxi, with uniform slices, it tonifies qi, strengthens the exterior, promotes diuresis, and expels toxins. (50-150 RMB/jin)
Made from hawthorn and medicated leaven, it aids digestion, invigorates the spleen, and stimulates appetite. (20-60 RMB/box)
Stores & Addresses
Located in: Shanxi（山西）
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Cultural Note
Jinyun Tang's craftsmanship centers on ancient preparation methods, including cleaning, cutting, and processing, emphasizing 'following ancient methods with meticulous refinement.' Its herb identification relies on 'seeing, smelling, touching, and tasting' to ensure authenticity. Culturally, Jinyun Tang carries the Shanxi merchants' spirit of integrity and the TCM concept of 'preventive treatment,' serving as a living fossil of Shanxi's medical culture.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a "China Time-Honored Brand" (中华老字号)?
A China Time-Honored Brand is a designation by China’s Ministry of Commerce for brands with a long history that inherit products, craftsmanship or services across generations and have operated continuously to the present.
When was Jinyun Tang founded?
Jinyun Tang was founded in null, originating in Shanxi, Shanxi, primarily in the Healthcare field.
What is the signature product of Jinyun Tang?
Its signature product is Jinyun Tang Donkey-Hide Gelatin (Ejiao). See the "Signature / Buy Online" section on this page for more products and shopping links.
Where can I find the official list of China Time-Honored Brands?
You can log into the MOFCOM "China Time-Honored Brand Information Management System", or browse this site’s brand directory — we have profiled 1,451 time-honored brands.
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