# GDP warehouse

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Wholesalers, distributors, and pharmaceutical logistics providers operate GDP warehouses to meet the legally binding requirements of Good Distribution Practice.

Wholesalers, distributors, and pharmaceutical logistics providers operate GDP warehouses to meet the legally binding requirements of Good Distribution Practice. Core elements include continuous temperature monitoring with automated alarm systems, complete records of all stock movements, trained personnel, and regular self-inspections complemented by audits from national medicines authorities. Central to GDP is traceability: every pack can be tracked from the manufacturer through to the patient, enabling swift action in the event of a recall or suspected falsification. In the EU, GDP requirements are set out in guidelines issued by the European Commission and enforced by national competent authorities. Unlike GMP, which governs manufacturing sites, GDP covers the entire distribution chain after the factory gate.

**Source:** [https://ec.europa.eu/health/sites/health/files/files/eudralex/vol-4/gdp_en.pdf](https://ec.europa.eu/health/sites/health/files/files/eudralex/vol-4/gdp_en.pdf)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | GDP warehouse |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 113 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://ec.europa.eu/health/sites/health/files/files/eudralex/vol-4/gdp_en.pdf |

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