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China's Bio-Thera Solutions licenses its arthritis drug to Germany's STADA

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Posted on August 21, 2025

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HONG KONG (Reuters) -China's Bio-Thera Solutions on Thursday said it has signed an agreement granting Germany's STADA Arzneimittel commercialisation rights for its BAT1806 injection in the EU, UK,

Bio-Thera Solutions Grants STADA Rights for Arthritis Drug in Europe

HONG KONG (Reuters) -China's Bio-Thera Solutions said on Thursday it has granted Germany's STADA Arzneimittel commercialisation rights for its arthritis drug BAT1806 in the EU, UK, Switzerland, certain Middle East and North Africa regions, and certain members of the Commonwealth of Independent States.

Upfront payment and milestone payments will total up to 136 million euros ($158.34 million), including an 8.5 million euro down payment, milestone payments up to 127.5 million euros, and a double-digit percentage of net sales as revenue sharing, the Shanghai-listed firm said in a stock exchange filing.  

($1 = 0.8589 euros)

(Reporting by Hong Kong newsroom; Editing by Christopher Cushing and Muralikumar Anantharaman)

Key Takeaways

  • Bio-Thera Solutions licenses BAT1806 to STADA.
  • The deal includes Europe, UK, and other regions.
  • Upfront and milestone payments total 136 million euros.
  • STADA will handle commercialization in specified regions.
  • Revenue sharing includes a double-digit net sales percentage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What rights has Bio-Thera Solutions granted to STADA?
Bio-Thera Solutions has granted STADA Arzneimittel commercialization rights for its arthritis drug BAT1806 in the EU, UK, and Switzerland.
What is the total potential payment for the licensing deal?
The total upfront and milestone payments for the licensing deal could reach up to 136 million euros, which includes an 8.5 million euro down payment.
What is the significance of the BAT1806 drug?
BAT1806 is an arthritis drug developed by Bio-Thera Solutions, and its licensing to STADA represents a significant step in its commercialization in Europe.

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