# Air Cargo Temperature Control

*Last updated: 2026-06-16*

> Air cargo temperature control is the uninterrupted monitoring and management of thermal conditions for sensitive goods across the entire air transport chain – from acceptance at the origin facility to final handover at destination.

Air cargo temperature control is the uninterrupted monitoring and management of thermal conditions for sensitive goods across the entire air transport chain – from acceptance at the origin facility to final handover at destination. It is essential for pharmaceuticals requiring GDP-compliant cold chains, fresh produce, biological samples, and temperature-sensitive chemicals. Solutions span passive insulated containers and dry-ice packaging through to active, IATA-certified unit load devices (ULDs) with integrated refrigeration. Data loggers provide a continuous temperature record for regulatory compliance and shipper documentation. For freight forwarders, correctly declaring the required temperature range at booking and securing climate-controlled ramp handling are non-negotiable steps in the shipment process.

**Source:** [https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/](https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/)

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| Property | Value |
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| Term | Air Cargo Temperature Control |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 105 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-16 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/ |

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