China Spends Millions on This Indian Cow and Buffalo Product, More Valuable Than Gold
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Buffalo Gallstones: The 'Gold' China Spends Millions On, Valued More Than Actual Gold
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News18•20-03-2026, 18:35
Buffalo Gallstones: The 'Gold' China Spends Millions On, Valued More Than Actual Gold
•Buffalo gallstones, once considered a health problem, are now a highly valuable commodity in the international market, exceeding the price of gold.
•These stones are crucial in traditional Chinese medicine, used for centuries to treat conditions like stroke, high blood pressure, and heart problems.
•A 28-gram gallstone can fetch up to Rs. 5 lakhs, double the price of gold, and is sold under the name "Niu Huang."
•Scarcity drives prices; these stones primarily form in older buffaloes, but the increasing use of younger animals makes them rare.
•High demand has led to illegal activities, including the illicit killing of buffaloes and international smuggling, prompting China to research artificial production.
