# Life Science Cold Chain Certifications

*Last updated: 2026-06-25*

> Life science cold chain certifications enable logistics providers to transport and store temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, biologics, and clinical specimens in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Life science cold chain certifications enable logistics providers to transport and store temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals, biologics, and clinical specimens in compliance with regulatory requirements. The two most widely recognised frameworks are EU GDP (Good Distribution Practice) for pharmaceutical distribution and the IATA CEIV Pharma programme specifically for air cargo. Both certifications attest that an organisation sustains validated equipment, defined processes, and an effective quality management system on an ongoing basis. For freight forwarders, third-party logistics providers, and express couriers, such certification is typically a contractual baseline set by pharmaceutical shippers – it limits regulatory exposure and protects product integrity throughout the cold chain. Importantly, certification goes beyond mere temperature capability: it encompasses audits, staff training records, and documented deviation management procedures.

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

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Life Science Cold Chain Certifications |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 120 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-25 |
| Source | https://www.iata.org/en/programs/cargo/pharma/ceiv-pharma/ |

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