30亿“百令”蛋糕硝烟未熄：华东医药1.11亿专利诉讼一审败诉

Core Viewpoint - The recent patent infringement lawsuit between Huadong Medicine and Zhaoli Pharmaceutical has concluded with Huadong Medicine's subsidiary losing the case, which involved over 1.11 billion yuan in claims, highlighting the competitive dynamics in the market for fermented Cordyceps sinensis products [1][7]. Group 1: Lawsuit Details - The lawsuit focused on the patent rights related to the invention of fermented Cordyceps sinensis powder and its formulations, with Huadong Medicine claiming infringement by Zhaoli Pharmaceutical's product, Bailin tablets [2][8]. - The Zhejiang High Court ruled that the accused products did not fall under the protection of the claimed patent, leading to the dismissal of all claims by Huadong Medicine and requiring them to pay over 590,000 yuan in court fees [3][10]. Group 2: Market Dynamics - The dispute reflects a significant market battle over the Bailin series, which has historically generated substantial revenue for Huadong Medicine, with sales peaking at 3.486 billion yuan in 2019 [4][11]. - Zhaoli Pharmaceutical has disrupted Huadong Medicine's market dominance by acquiring an 81% stake in Qinhai Zhu Feng Winter Worm Summer Grass Pharmaceutical Co., thus integrating Bailin tablets into its portfolio [5][12]. - Zhaoli Pharmaceutical's Bailin series has seen a 38.51% increase in sales revenue, aided by its inclusion in multiple national insurance and basic drug catalogs, indicating a rapid market penetration [5][12]. Group 3: Strategic Implications - The failed acquisition attempt by Huadong Medicine to gain control over Zhaoli Pharmaceutical in 2019 has intensified the competitive landscape, leading to a reliance on patent litigation as a defense strategy [6][12]. - Analysts suggest that the lawsuit's outcome is critical not only for the 1.11 billion yuan claim but also for Huadong Medicine's market influence in a sector valued at 30 billion yuan [6][12].