A total of 18 brands made the second list of time-honored brands in Nantong, East China's Jiangsu province, which was recently released by the city's commerce bureau, local media outlets reported.

All of the brands were founded 30 years ago or earlier, involving food, clothes, and other daily necessities. They are not only a major force in stimulating consumption, but they also represent distinct regional culture and bear historical value, officials said.

The first list of 24 time-honored brands in Nantong was released in 2019. It included six China Time-honored Brands, such as Laotianbao jewelry shop, Baipu Yellow Rice Wine, and Linzi Chaogao, as well as 16 Jiangsu Time-honored Brands, such as Sihailou restaurant and Xiting Cuibing.

Let's have a look at the time-honored medicine brands!

Wangshi Baochiwan. [Photo/ntfabu.com]

Jinghua Pharmaceutical Group

Jinghua Pharmaceutical Group is a leading pharmaceutical company in Nantong, boasting more than 60 years of history. The technique of making its signature product Wangshi Baochiwan, a traditional Chinese medicine used mostly to treat digestive problems, was included in the list of the new batch of national intangible cultural heritage items by the State Council earlier this year.

Nantong Menthol Factory

Nantong Menthol Factory was founded in 1960 and its White Cat trademark has been among the officially recognized famous trademarks in Jiangsu province for years. Its White Cat menthol balm and medicated oil continue to be popular with consumers.

Jiangsu Hua Shen Medicine Co

Jiangsu Hua Shen Medicine Co was founded in 1976, with the brand Shuangju (frosted chrysanthemum). It has been specializing in producing external medicine, such as menthol balm, medicated oil, and calamine lotion.

Nantong Huangshi Chinese Medicine Technology Co

Huangshi Yurongwan, a signature product of Nantong Huangshi Chinese Medicine Technology Co, originated in 1874 during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). The pill is made of many prized traditional Chinese medicine, such as ginseng, ejiao, and pearl. It is effective in replenishing qi, nourishing blood, and maintaining beauty. The technique of making the pill was designated an intangible cultural heritage item in Jiangsu province in 2016.