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Pharmaceutical and Vaccine Cold Chain Solutions

Vaccines and pharmaceuticals kept at 2 °C to 8 °C or ultra-low temperatures, with validated passive packaging and insulated containers.
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Since 1992
Validated passive packaging
Real-time temperature alerts
Domestic & international
Trusted by exporters since 1992
WCA memberIATA accreditedCTPAT certifiedFederal Maritime CommissionU.S. Department of Homeland Security
WCA memberIATA accreditedCTPAT certifiedFederal Maritime CommissionU.S. Department of Homeland Security
WCA memberIATA accreditedCTPAT certifiedFederal Maritime CommissionU.S. Department of Homeland Security
What is the cold chain for the medical industry

Pharmaceutical, medical and vaccine cold chain solutions

At Interwf, we provide comprehensive cold chain solutions tailored specifically for the pharmaceutical and medical industries. Maintaining the integrity of temperature-sensitive products such as vaccines and pharmaceuticals is crucial: our cold chain logistics for pharmaceuticals ensures that these critical goods are stored, transported and delivered under optimal conditions to preserve their efficacy and safety.

The cold chain for medicines is the temperature-controlled supply chain that is critical for storing and transporting pharmaceuticals, vaccines and medical supplies. From the moment these items are manufactured to their final destination, they must be kept at specific temperature ranges to ensure they remain effective.

The cold chain in the pharmaceutical industry is a vital component in preserving the quality of these products, and our systems monitor and ensure the correct cold chain temperature is maintained throughout the distribution process.

Pharmaceutical products prepared for cold chain shipping

Products, temperature ranges and packaging

Products 4

VaccinesPharmaceuticalsMedicationsMedical supplies

Temperature ranges 3

2 °C to 8 °CUltra-low temperaturesAs low as −70 °C

Packaging 3

Validated passive packagingInsulated containersPhase change materials
Vaccine temperature ranges

Why cold chain temperature is critical for vaccines

Maintaining the cold chain temperature for vaccines is essential to prevent spoilage and degradation.
Typical vaccine cold chainUltra-cold vaccine cold chain
TemperatureTypically between 2 °C and 8 °CAs low as −70 °C, for certain vaccines such as mRNA-based vaccines
StorageTop-tier refrigeration systems with consistent temperature controlSecure facilities that maintain ultra-low temperatures
Both: validated passive packaging, insulated containers, continuous temperature tracking and alert systems.
Daniel Zapata
Daniel Zapata · Operations Director

Shipping vaccines or ultra-cold products?

Tell Dani the product and its required range: he plans the packaging, the storage and the route, domestic or international.
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What protects the shipment

A breach is a health risk

A breach in cold chain vaccine storage could render vaccines ineffective, posing a significant health risk.

Deviations answered immediately

If a temperature deviation occurs, our monitoring systems alert our logistics team immediately, with protocols to address it quickly.

Regulatory compliance

Our compliance standards meet all regulatory requirements for cold chain management of pharmaceutical products.
Packaging, monitoring and distribution

Pharmaceutical cold chain packaging solutions

From passive packaging for pharma to insulated containers, our packaging systems keep products within the required temperature range for the entire journey, whether shipping domestically or internationally.
Validated passive packaging

Validated passive packaging

No external power: insulation and phase change materials hold the right temperature.
Continuous monitoring

Continuous monitoring

Temperature tracking and alert systems that mitigate deviation risk.
Cold chain vaccine distribution

Cold chain vaccine distribution

Within the country or across borders, with advanced temperature control.
How we work with you

How your pharmaceutical cold chain works

From manufacturing to final destination, kept within the required temperature range.
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Tell us the product

Vaccine, medication or medical supply, with its temperature range, origin and destination.
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Packaging

Validated passive packaging or insulated containers, built around the required range.
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Storage & distribution

Cold chain vaccine storage with top-tier refrigeration, then domestic or international distribution.
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Monitoring & alerts

Real-time tracking and alerts from the point of origin to the final delivery destination.
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Delivered & tracked

Delivery with live tracking on our tracking portal until the file is signed off.
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Operations Director · Miami HQ
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Dani plans your pharmaceutical cold chain with you and confirms packaging, storage and route, in English or Spanish.
2 °C to 8 °C · ultra-low
Validated passive packaging
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Storage, shipping and compliance

Cold chain shipping and vaccine storage

We handle cold chain shipping of pharmaceuticals and vaccines with the utmost care.

Innovative pharmaceutical cold chain packaging

We use cutting-edge materials and technology in our cold chain packaging to ensure stability during transport, including validated passive packaging for pharmaceuticals, which does not require external power to maintain the desired temperature.

Cold chain shipping for pharmaceuticals and vaccines

Our cold chain vaccine distribution services use advanced temperature control technologies to ensure the integrity of the vaccines, whether shipping within the country or managing international pharma cold chain logistics.

Cold chain vaccine storage

Our cold chain vaccine storage facilities are equipped with top-tier refrigeration systems that provide consistent temperature control before and during distribution, even for vaccines requiring ultra-low temperatures.

Cold chain monitoring and compliance

Rigorous cold chain monitoring systems keep the cold chain without deviations, with continuous temperature tracking and alert systems, giving you peace of mind that your goods are in safe hands.
Why shippers trust Interworld

More than 30 years moving cargo worldwide

Interworld Freight has moved cargo since 1992 with 350+ people and its own offices in the USA, Panama, the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. It is a founding member of the World Cargo Alliance, IATA accredited, CTPAT certified and WCAworld Best Partner 2022. Our cold chain services for pharmaceutical and medical products cover packaging, storage, monitoring and distribution.

1992operating since
350+people on the team
4countries with our own offices

World Cargo Alliance

Founding member of the alliance

WCAworld Best Partner 2022

North America award

IATA accredited

Cargo agent accredited by the International Air Transport Association

CTPAT certified

U.S. CBP supply chain security program
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Temperature range, packaging, storage, route and documents confirmed in writing, with a clear breakdown from the first email: no surprises, no fine print.
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Client testimonials

What companies say about working with us

Real reviews from our Google profile.
4.5 / 5 · 190+ Google reviews
“I've been working with this freight forwarding company for a while, and their service is truly outstanding. They follow up proactively and make sure everything runs smoothly from pickup to delivery. It's rare to find a company this reliable and customer-focused.”
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Marcia Vazquez
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“Did great with shipping my items to The Bahamas. Everything was done in a timely manner.”
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Lynn Rolle
Google review
“The attention from everyone I dealt with is always excellent. You can see the professionalism and care the very first time they attend to you, and it is genuine. Highly recommend Interworld.”
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Nestor Gonzalez
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“I was very pleased with the service, from beginning to end. Everything was explained to me step by step till I was ready to pick up my machine from the warehouse. I didn't expect to get such service — so professional and knowledgeable.”
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Ely Krasner
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“Great experience working with them. 100% recommended.”
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Interprint C.A.
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“Excellent company to work with. Very professional.”
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Elena
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“The service I received was excellent. I highly recommend this company.”
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FAQ

Pharmaceutical and vaccine cold chain, answered

What pharmaceutical and medical companies ask us before shipping temperature-sensitive products.
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How do you ensure cold chain temperature is maintained for vaccines during shipping?

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We use state-of-the-art temperature monitoring systems that provide real-time tracking and alerts during shipping. This keeps the cold chain temperature for vaccines consistent from the point of origin to the final delivery destination. Continuous tracking produces a temperature record for the whole journey, the kind of documentation that Good Distribution Practice (GDP) audits ask for.

What are passive packaging solutions for pharmaceuticals?

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Passive packaging for pharma maintains temperature without requiring external power. These systems use advanced insulation materials and phase change materials to keep pharmaceuticals at the correct temperature during transit. Phase change materials absorb or release heat at a set temperature, which is how a validated shipper holds 2 °C to 8 °C without external power.

How does your cold chain vaccine storage facility work?

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Our cold chain vaccine storage facilities are equipped with high-tech refrigeration units that maintain consistent temperature ranges, even for products requiring ultra-low temperatures. We offer secure and monitored storage to ensure vaccine integrity. Storage covers both 2 °C to 8 °C refrigeration and ultra-low temperatures as low as −70 °C, with continuous temperature tracking and alerts.

What happens if there is a temperature deviation during cold chain shipping?

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Our monitoring systems alert our logistics team immediately. We have protocols in place to address deviations quickly and ensure minimal risk to the product’s integrity. Because a breach could render vaccines ineffective, the team is alerted in real time instead of at delivery.

What is the cold chain temperature range for vaccines?

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The typical cold chain temperature for vaccines is between 2 °C and 8 °C, but certain vaccines, such as mRNA-based vaccines, may require ultra-cold storage at temperatures as low as −70 °C. Outside the 2 °C to 8 °C window, whether too warm or frozen, refrigerated vaccines can lose potency, which is why tracking runs from origin to delivery.

Quote your pharmaceutical cold chain

Tell us the product, its temperature range, the origin and the destination. Dani replies within one business day with packaging, storage and transport options.
+1 (646) 722-0968 · +1 (786) 550-0401
9601 NW 112th Ave, Miami, FL 33178
What we document for you
Temperature records · Commercial invoice · Packing list
Daniel Zapata
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Daniel Zapata · Operations Director
Dani plans your pharma cold chain himself and confirms temperature range, packaging, storage and rate, in English or Spanish.
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