Junshi Biosciences Announces Primary Endpoints Met in JS001sc's Phase 3 Study for the 1ST-line Treatment of NSQ-NSCLC

Core Insights - Junshi Biosciences announced that its JS001sc-002-III-NSCLC study has met its primary endpoints, indicating a successful Phase 3 clinical trial for its subcutaneous formulation of toripalimab in treating recurrent or metastatic non-squamous non-small-cell lung cancer [1][5] - The company plans to submit a new drug application (NDA) to regulatory authorities soon, aiming to enhance treatment accessibility and convenience for patients [1][6] Company Overview - Junshi Biosciences is an innovation-driven biopharmaceutical company founded in December 2012, focusing on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel therapies [8] - The company has a diversified R&D pipeline with over 50 drug candidates across five therapeutic areas, including cancer, autoimmune, metabolic, neurological, and infectious diseases [8] - It has received approvals for five products in China and international markets, including toripalimab, which is China's first domestically produced anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody [9] Industry Context - In 2022, China reported 1.06 million new lung cancer cases, with non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) being the predominant subtype, accounting for approximately 85% of cases [2] - Immunotherapy, particularly anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibodies, has become a cornerstone treatment for various cancers, including lung cancer, addressing a significant clinical need for more convenient administration methods [3][4]