Core Viewpoint - Meihua Biotech and its subsidiaries are being sued by Japan's Ajinomoto for patent infringement related to MSG production, with a claim for damages totaling 260 million yuan [1] Company Summary - Meihua Biotech and its subsidiaries, Tongliao Meihua, Xinjiang Meihua, and Jilin Meihua, are accused of infringing on Ajinomoto's patent during the production and sale of MSG [1] - The lawsuit was filed in the Guangdong High Court, where Ajinomoto seeks to stop the infringement, destroy equipment used for producing the infringing products, and eliminate all inventory of the infringing products [1] - Meihua Biotech has stated that it maintains a normal production and operational status and will actively respond to the lawsuit, taking necessary legal measures to protect its and its shareholders' rights [1] Industry Context - Meihua Biotech has a long-standing partnership with Ajinomoto, with multiple collaborations in the field of intellectual property and MSG production technology [1] - The ongoing legal dispute highlights the competitive and litigious nature of the food additives industry, particularly in the MSG segment [1]
梅花生物:因侵害专利权被味之素起诉并索赔2.6亿元