South African regulatory framework governing the transportation of perishable foodstuffs, established under Regulation R638 of the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectants Act. R638 certification requires specific vehicle equipment, temperature monitoring systems,…
Cold Chain Door-to-Door
See: Last-Mile Cold Chain Delivery Marketing terminology emphasizing complete temperature control throughout final delivery to customer doorstep, distinguishing professional cold chain logistics from passive cooling or ambient delivery with ice…
Cold Chain Failure
Any disruption or deviation in the temperature-controlled supply chain that compromises product integrity, safety, or quality. Common causes include equipment malfunction, power outages, improper handling, inadequate packaging, or delays during…
Cold Chain Insurance
Specialized insurance coverage protecting against financial losses from temperature-controlled cargo damage, spoilage, or contamination during storage and transport. Standard cargo insurance often excludes perishable goods or temperature excursion events, making…
Cold Chain Integrity
The unbroken maintenance of required temperature ranges throughout product journey from production through distribution to final consumption. Cold chain integrity requires proper equipment, monitoring systems, trained personnel, documented procedures, and…
Cold Chain Logistics
The comprehensive management of temperature-controlled supply chains ensuring perishable goods maintain required conditions from production through final delivery. This specialized logistics discipline integrates refrigerated storage facilities, temperature-controlled transport, monitoring technology,…
Cold Chain Monitoring
Continuous measurement, documentation, and analysis of temperature conditions throughout frozen food production, storage, transport, and delivery operations. Effective monitoring combines sensors, data logging, real-time alerts, cloud connectivity, and historical analytics…
Cold Chain Packaging Solutions
Specialized packaging materials and systems designed to maintain temperature integrity during transport and temporary storage. Solutions range from insulated boxes with gel packs for last-mile delivery to advanced phase-change materials…
Cold Chain Traceability
The ability to track and verify the complete journey of temperature-sensitive products through every stage of the supply chain, including temperature history, handling events, custody changes, and location data. Traceability…
Cold Storage Facility
Purpose-built warehouses maintaining controlled low temperatures for frozen (-18°C to -25°C) or chilled (0°C to 4°C) product storage. These facilities feature specialized insulation, industrial refrigeration systems, humidity control, proper air…