Xin Lang Cai Jing·2025-11-27 06:13Core Viewpoint - Shanghai Bao Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Bao Pharmaceuticals") is preparing for an IPO on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, having submitted its prospectus after hearing on November 26, 2025, following two previous submissions in January and August 2025 [1][5]. Business Overview - Bao Pharmaceuticals, established in 2019, is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing and providing recombinant biopharmaceuticals in China using synthetic biology technology. The company targets complex diseases with limited treatment options [5]. - The company strategically focuses on four key areas: (i) large-volume subcutaneous delivery, (ii) antibody-mediated autoimmune diseases, (iii) assisted reproduction, and (iv) recombinant biopharmaceuticals [5]. Product Pipeline - Bao Pharmaceuticals has a pipeline of 12 self-developed products, including three core products: KJ017, KJ103, and SJ02 (Shengnuo). Additionally, there are four other clinical-stage candidates and five preclinical assets [5]. - The core product SJ02 received NDA approval from the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in August 2025. KJ017 and KJ103 are in late clinical or NDA registration stages in China [6]. - SJ02 is a long-acting recombinant human follicle-stimulating hormone-CTP fusion protein designed for controlled ovarian stimulation in conjunction with GnRH antagonists. KJ017 is the first recombinant hyaluronidase in China aimed at rapid, large-volume subcutaneous delivery. KJ103 is an innovative recombinant IgG-degrading enzyme for treating various immune diseases [6]. Clinical Trials - Bao Pharmaceuticals is actively advancing multiple pipeline products, particularly innovative recombinant biopharmaceuticals as transformative alternatives to traditional biochemical extraction drugs, including KJ101 and BJ044 [6]. - The company has developed recombinant human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) SJ04 for assisted reproduction, which received IND approval in May 2024 and began Phase I clinical trials in August 2024, completing the trial in September 2025 [7]. Financial Performance - The company's revenue for the years 2023, 2024, and the first half of 2025 was RMB 6.93 million, RMB 6.16 million, and RMB 4.199 million, respectively. Corresponding R&D expenditures were RMB 133 million, RMB 251 million, and RMB 111 million, with net losses of RMB 160 million, RMB 364 million, and RMB 183 million [16][17]. Shareholder Structure - The pre-IPO shareholder structure shows Dr. Liu Yanjun holding 21.21%, Ms. Wang Zheng 7.81%, and Mr. Tan Jingwei 5.21%. Other significant shareholders include Shengde Pharmaceutical and various investment funds [9][10].