Cold chain logistics
Term · Logistics and supply chain · MLC-T-LOG-000052
The management of all activities related to the procurement, storage, and transportation of goods that must be kept within a specific low-temperature range. This specialized logistics branch handles perishable items like food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, using refrigerated containers, warehouses, and vehicles. Temperature monitoring devices are used throughout the process to document that the required thermal conditions, such as 2 to 8 degrees Celsius for many vaccines, have been maintained.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LOG-000052 |
|---|---|
| Field | Logistics and supply chain |
Record as JSON
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"term": "Cold chain logistics",
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"definition": "The management of all activities related to the procurement, storage, and transportation of goods that must be kept within a specific low-temperature range. This specialized logistics branch handles perishable items like food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, using refrigerated containers, warehouses, and vehicles. Temperature monitoring devices are used throughout the process to document that the required thermal conditions, such as 2 to 8 degrees Celsius for many vaccines, have been maintained.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/logistics/cold-chain-logistics/"
}
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