Reminders about the new formulation:

• This new presentation MUST BE STORED BETWEEN 2°C and 8°C (36°F and 46°F). Do NOT store at ultra-cold or standard freezer temperatures.  
• These manufacturer-filled syringes can be used through the expiration date printed on the carton and syringe labels.  This Refrigerator-stable product can be used for up to 6 months from date of manufacture to the expiration date. The 10-week beyond-use date (BUD) for refrigerator storage does not apply. 
• This guidance applies to this presentation ONLY. Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines for children aged 6m-4y and 5-11y, which are shipped to providers in CDC’s programs directly from Pfizer on dry ice and can be stored at either at ultracold temperatures until expiry or up to 10 weeks at 2-8C. 

Of note: Pfizer will continue to allow providers to privately order the original manufacturer-filled single-dose vials for age 12yrs+. Therefore, providers may have BOTH presentations – Pre-filled Syringe (PFS) with a 10-week BUD and PFS that can be used through the expiration date in their storage units. If this occurs, providers should educate staff on the different storage requirements and strategies to prevent potential errors. 

Bridge Access Program (BAP) Providers should note that while BAP will only offer one product, both products will be available for private purchase.