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Cold Chain Monitoring: Ensuring Temperature-Sensitive Product Integrity
Cold chain monitoring refers to the process of tracking and controlling temperature and environmental conditions throughout the storage and transportation of perishable or temperature-sensitive products. These products include pharmaceuticals, vaccines, food, chemicals, and certain agricultural goods that require a constant cold environment to maintain quality and safety.
The cold chain system relies on refrigerated storage, specialized transport, and real-time monitoring technologies to ensure that the temperature remains within the required range from the point of origin to the final destination.
Importance of Cold Chain Monitoring
Preservation of Product Quality: Prevents spoilage, degradation, or contamination.
Regulatory Compliance: Meets standards set by health and safety agencies (e.g., FDA, WHO, EU-GDP).
Consumer Safety: Ensures safe and effective use of products like vaccines and fresh food.