Veritiv launches compact cold chain packaging for pharmaceuticals

Veritiv launches compact cold chain packaging for pharmaceuticals

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Thu, September 17, 2026 at 1:04 PM GMT+3 1 min read

Veritiv Operating Company has launched TempSafe RxShield, a compact packaging format for refrigerated medicines, as speciality pharmacies deal with rising demand for GLP-1 treatments.

TempSafe RxShield was developed to respond to those operational needs with a smaller format and validated thermal performance.

According to Veritiv, the packaging can retain refrigerated conditions for as long as 30 hours and meets ISTA 7E thermal testing standards.

The 240g pack is designed to carry up to four 10ml vials and includes a custom phase change material bottle to support temperature control.

Its narrower design is intended to let operators store more units within current space and reduce shipping charges linked to dimensional weight.

The format is intended to improve storage and packout processes in pharmacy and fulfilment settings, while the canister can be reused after delivery.

The product is aimed at drug manufacturers, healthcare distributors and home-delivery providers, as well as mail-order and speciality pharmacies handling temperature-sensitive treatments.

TempSafe RxShield is available through Veritiv's cold-chain network across the US.

Veritiv chief marketing officer Chris Bradley said: "As speciality pharmacy demand continues to grow, customers need packaging solutions that help them scale efficiently without adding cost or complexity.

"TempSafe RxShield delivers validated thermal protection in a compact design that helps reduce shipping costs, optimise operations, and improve the patient delivery experience."

In May, Veritiv Operating acquired Quick Pak in Tampa, Florida, and Stickel Packaging Supply in New Jersey, US.

The deals add to Veritiv's packaging operations in central Florida and broaden its reach in parts of the Northeast where its presence has been more limited, extending both service coverage and product supply.

"Veritiv launches compact cold chain packaging for pharmaceuticals" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand.