Vaccinations using the BioNTech jab were temporarily suspended because of defects in the packaging. Photo: May Tse Vaccinations using the BioNTech jab were temporarily suspended because of defects in the packaging. Photo: May Tse
Vaccinations using the BioNTech jab were temporarily suspended because of defects in the packaging. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong /  Health & Environment

Defects in Hong Kong batch of BioNTech coronavirus vaccine may be down to sealing process, says health chief, who assures public there were no safety risks

  • Health chief Dr Constance Chan says initial investigation at German manufacturer suggests crimping of vials lay behind issue
  • Vaccinations using German-made shot to resume on Monday after 12-day suspension

Topic |   Coronavirus pandemic
Kathleen MagramoElizabeth Cheung
Kathleen Magramo  and Elizabeth Cheung

Updated: 1:24am, 2 Apr, 2021

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Vaccinations using the BioNTech jab were temporarily suspended because of defects in the packaging. Photo: May Tse Vaccinations using the BioNTech jab were temporarily suspended because of defects in the packaging. Photo: May Tse
Vaccinations using the BioNTech jab were temporarily suspended because of defects in the packaging. Photo: May Tse
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