Universe Pharma: Meridian reports 9.96% stake

Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (UPC) received a Schedule 13G reporting that Meridian Prosperous Limited and its sole owner, Shanshan Lu, beneficially own 498,922 Class A ordinary shares, representing 9.96% of the Class A shares outstanding.

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Universe Pharmaceuticals INC (UPC) received a Schedule 13G reporting that Meridian Prosperous Limited and its sole owner, Shanshan Lu, beneficially own 498,922 Class A ordinary shares, representing 9.96% of the Class A shares outstanding. The shares are held by Meridian Prosperous Limited, with voting and dispositive power shared between the entity and Lu.

The reported ownership percentage is based on 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 30, 2026. Meridian Prosperous Limited is organized in the British Virgin Islands, and Lu is a citizen of the People’s Republic of China.

Key Figures

Shares beneficially owned: 498,922 Class A ordinary shares Percent of class: 9.96% Shares outstanding: 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares +2 more

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Shares beneficially owned 498,922 Class A ordinary shares Beneficial ownership reported by Meridian Prosperous Limited and Shanshan Lu

Percent of class 9.96% Ownership percentage of UPC Class A ordinary shares

Shares outstanding 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares UPC Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 30, 2026

Shared voting power 498,922 shares Shared voting power for each reporting person

Shared dispositive power 498,922 shares Shared power to dispose or direct disposition for each reporting person

Key Terms

Schedule 13G, beneficially owned, shared voting power, shared dispositive power, +1 more

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Schedule 13G regulatory

"This is a Schedule 13G reporting beneficial ownership"

A Schedule 13G is a formal document that investors file with the government when they acquire a large ownership stake in a company, usually for investment purposes rather than control. It helps keep the public informed about who owns significant parts of a company's shares, which can influence how the company is managed and how investors make decisions. Filing this schedule is important for transparency and understanding the ownership landscape of publicly traded companies.

beneficially owned financial

"Item 4. | Ownership (a) | Amount beneficially owned"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

shared voting power financial

"6 | Shared Voting Power 498,922.00"

Shared voting power occurs when two or more parties jointly have the right to vote or decide how a block of company shares is cast, like co-owners who must agree before moving a piece of furniture. Investors care because who controls voting rights affects board elections, major corporate decisions and takeover outcomes, and shared control can alter regulatory disclosures and the practical influence any holder has over a company’s direction and value.

shared dispositive power financial

"8 | Shared Dispositive Power 498,922.00"

Class A ordinary shares financial

"Title of class of securities: Class A ordinary shares"

Class A ordinary shares are a type of ownership stake in a company that typically grants voting rights to shareholders, allowing them to have a say in important company decisions. They often come with priority in receiving dividends or profits, making them attractive to investors seeking influence and potential income. These shares help distinguish different levels of ownership and rights within a company's stock structure.

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What stake in UPC does Meridian Prosperous Limited report on this Schedule 13G?

Meridian Prosperous Limited reports beneficial ownership of 498,922 Class A ordinary shares of UPC, representing 9.96% of the company’s Class A ordinary shares outstanding, with voting and dispositive power shared with its sole owner, Shanshan Lu.

How many UPC Class A shares are outstanding according to this Schedule 13G?

The filing states that the 9.96% ownership is calculated based on 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares of UPC outstanding as of July 30, 2026.

Who ultimately controls the UPC shares held by Meridian Prosperous Limited?

The filing states that Meridian Prosperous Limited is wholly owned and controlled by Shanshan Lu. The 498,922 UPC Class A ordinary shares are held by Meridian Prosperous Limited, with shared voting and dispositive power attributed to both the entity and Lu.

What percentage of UPC does Shanshan Lu personally report as beneficially owned?

Shanshan Lu reports beneficial ownership of 498,922 UPC Class A ordinary shares, representing 9.96% of the Class A ordinary shares outstanding. This interest is through shares held by Meridian Prosperous Limited, which Lu wholly owns and controls.

What type of filing is this for UPC and what does it indicate?

This is a Schedule 13G filing for UPC. It indicates that Meridian Prosperous Limited and Shanshan Lu are reporting a passive beneficial ownership position of 9.96% of UPC’s Class A ordinary shares, totaling 498,922 shares.

Where is Meridian Prosperous Limited organized, according to the UPC Schedule 13G?

Meridian Prosperous Limited is described as a company with limited liability formed in the British Virgin Islands, with its principal office at Vistra Corporate Services Centre, Wickhams Cay II, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands.

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Available on EDGAR 09/01/2026 - 06:09 PM EDT Accepted by SEC EDGAR 09/01/2026 - 06:08 PM EDT Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Universe Pharmaceuticals INC

(Name of Issuer)

Class A ordinary shares

(Title of Class of Securities)

G9442G138

(CUSIP Number)

07/30/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G9442G138

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Meridian Prosperous Limited

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

VIRGIN ISLANDS, BRITISH

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 498,922.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 498,922.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

498,922.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

9.96 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

CO

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: The amount in rows 6, 8 and 9 represents 498,922 Class A ordinary shares held by Meridian Prosperous Limited, a company with limited liability formed in the British Virgin Islands. Meridian Prosperous Limited is wholly owned and controlled by Shanshan Lu, an individual. Percentage of class is calculated based on 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 30, 2026.

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): G9442G138

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Shanshan Lu

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

CHINA

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 0.00
6	Shared Voting Power 498,922.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 0.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 498,922.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

498,922.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

9.96 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IN

Comment for Type of Reporting Person: The amount in rows 6, 8 and 9 represents 498,922 Class A ordinary shares held by Meridian Prosperous Limited, a company with limited liability formed in the British Virgin Islands. Meridian Prosperous Limited is wholly owned and controlled by Shanshan Lu, an individual. Percentage of class is calculated based on 5,008,313 Class A ordinary shares outstanding as of July 30, 2026.

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Universe Pharmaceuticals INC
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 265 Jingjiu Avenue, Jinggangshan Economic and Technological, Ji'an, Jiangxi, CHINA, 343100
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Meridian Prosperous Limited Shanshan Lu
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: Meridian Prosperous Limited: Vistra Corporate Services Centre, Wickhams Cay II, Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands Shanshan Lu: Room 702, Building 3, Phase 2, Wanguo City, West Fuyuan Road, No. 199, Kaifu District, Changsha, Hunan Province, People's Republic of China
(c)	Citizenship: Meridian Prosperous Limited: British Virgin Islands Shanshan Lu: People's Republic of China
(d)	Title of class of securities: Class A ordinary shares
(e)	CUSIP Number(s): G9442G138
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: Meridian Prosperous Limited: 498,922.00 Shanshan Lu: 498,922.00
(b)	Percent of class: Meridian Prosperous Limited: 9.96% Shanshan Lu: 9.96%
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: See Row 5 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: See Row 6 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See Row 7 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: See Row 8 of the cover page for each Reporting Person.
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Not Applicable
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under § 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

Meridian Prosperous Limited

Signature:	/s/ Shanshan Lu
Name/Title:	Shanshan Lu/Director
Date:	09/01/2026

Shanshan Lu

Signature:	/s/ Shanshan Lu
Name/Title:	Shanshan Lu
Date:	09/01/2026

Exhibit Information

Exhibit 99.1 - Joint Filing Agreement