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ExpansionJul 29, 2026, 04:37 PM

Splash Beverage Expands CannEpil to Veterinary Therapeutics

AI Summary

Splash Beverage Group, Inc. expanded its exclusive global license for CannEpil® with Argent BioPharma Limited to include veterinary therapeutic applications. This creates a second regulated pharmaceutical development platform, alongside its existing human program. The amendment grants Splash exclusive worldwide rights for CannEpil in veterinary medicine, with an initial focus on companion-animal oncology and chronic pain management, particularly for canine indications. The company will pay a 10% royalty on net revenues from veterinary applications and is finalizing a strategic joint venture for the veterinary development program.

Key Highlights

  • Expanded CannEpil® license to include veterinary therapeutic applications.
  • New royalty rates: 10% for veterinary applications, 15% for human applications.
  • Targets companion-animal oncology and chronic pain management markets.
  • Veterinary pain management market projected to reach $3.8B by 2030.
  • Veterinary oncology market estimated between $900M and $1.7B.
  • Pursuing FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine's INAD and Conditional Approval pathways.
  • Finalizing strategic joint venture for CannEpil's veterinary development program.
  • Extended various deadlines in the original License Agreement.