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The Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine initially required long-term storage in ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers at temperatures between
to
(

). These specialized freezers, which are essential for maintaining vaccine stability for up to six months, are crucial components of the cold chain, often featuring, for example, backup monitoring systems.

Key Details on Pfizer Vaccine Cold Storage:

Temperature Requirement:
is the standard target, though the allowed range is
to
.
Alternatives: FDA guidance has allowed for more flexible storage, including using conventional freezers (
to
) for up to two weeks.
Storage Duration: Up to 6 months in ULT freezers; shorter times if using dry ice (re-icing required every 5 days).
Types of Freezers: Specialized biomedical ULT freezers, including under-counter models (e.g., NuAire, Meling, K2 Scientific).

Components and Management:

Monitoring: The freezers need to have continuous temperature monitoring (24/7 via Wi-Fi) and data loggers.
Design: These units have thick insulation and sometimes smaller inner doors to prevent cold loss when accessed.

Later, data allowed for higher storage temperatures (

) for shorter durations.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Allows More Flexible ...
Feb 25, 2021 — This reflects an alternative to the preferred storage of the undiluted vials in an ultra-low temperature freezer between -80ºC to ...
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Ultralow Cold Storage and the COVID-19 Vaccine Supply Chain
Jan 28, 2021 — With Pfizer's vaccine needing to be stored at -70°C, ultralow freezers will be a critical part of successful inoculation campaigns...
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Pfizer decision on vaccine temperature sensors forced scramble
Dec 17, 2020 — Pfizer is shipping its vaccines in special containers packed in dry ice to keep them at the required minus-70 degrees Celsius. As ...
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

U.S. Food and Drug Administration (.gov)

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Feb 25, 2021 — This reflects an alternative to the preferred storage of the undiluted vials in an ultra-low temperature freezer between -80ºC to -60ºC (-112ºF ...Read more

COVID Vaccine Cold Storage | -86°C Ultralow Freezers

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The Blizzard™ under the counter ultralow freezer enables low temperature storage in a compact size that features efficient HC refrigerants, composite insulation ...Read more

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... Pfizer vaccine is very high.We are glad to tell you that Melinig can solve this problem well for you.We can provide you with ultra-low temperature freezers ...Read more

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5 Cu. Ft. Ultra Low Temperature Freezer

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Their flexibility makes them well-suited to store both the Moderna and Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. Quantity: 96 boxes (2”); Dual gaskets for an air-tight seal ...Read more

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The Low Down on Ultralow Temperature Freezers

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Ultralow temperature freezers aren't just for lifesaving vaccines; they're a common piece of equipment in most research labs.Read more

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PFIZER VACCINE ULTRA COLD CHAIN (UCC)

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Pfizer vaccines require storage and transport at ultra- low temperatures. The complexity of the vaccine requires a particularly rigorous and efficient ...Read more

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METHER -86℃ E series ULT Freezer is specially designed and manufactured for long term storage of various biological products, with a new look , better ...Read more

Storage and Handling of the Ultra Low Temperature ...

Arizona State Association of Physician Assistants

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Dec 11, 2020 — *If you have an ultra low temperature freezer: Take out the vial tray(s) from the thermal shipper and transfer to the ultra low temperature ...Read more

ULT Freezers & the COVID-19 Vaccine

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That temperature is around 2°C (35°F). However, the COVID-19 vaccine from Pfizer requires a whopping -70°C (-94°F). So, how will these millions of vaccines ...Read more

Inside the ultracold freezers that will house COVID-19 ...

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Dec 10, 2020 — The Pfizer vaccine will be stored at minus 70 degrees Celsius, so quite a bit colder than the South pole in the middle of winter," Christensen ...Read more

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