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What is the difference between qualified packaging and validated packaging?

Packaging is essential to many industries, including pharmaceuticals, food, and chemicals. The type of packaging used can significantly impact the packaged products’ safety, efficacy, and shelf life. Two key terms used to describe packaging are qualified and validated packaging. While these terms are often used interchangeably, there are important differences between the two.

Qualified packaging refers to packaging that has been tested and proven to meet a set of predefined specifications or standards. It is designed to protect the products from external factors such as moisture, light, and dust, but it may not be specifically designed to maintain a specific temperature range. This type of packaging is typically used in industries where the products being packaged are not sensitive to temperature changes, such as certain types of dry goods.

Validated packaging, on the other hand, refers to packaging that has been scientifically tested and proven to maintain a specific temperature range for a certain period. It protects the products from external factors such as moisture, light, and dust, and maintains the required temperature range during transportation and storage. This type of packaging is typically used in industries where the products being packaged are sensitive to temperature changes, such as pharmaceuticals and certain types of food.

The process of validating packaging involves testing the packaging under various conditions, such as different temperatures, durations, and environmental factors. The testing process is usually done in a controlled laboratory setting, and the results are used to create a temperature profile for the packaging. This temperature profile is then used to ensure that the packaging maintains the required temperature range during transportation and storage.

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Qualified packaging is often used for products that do not require specific temperature control, such as dry goods. For example, a bag of chips or a box of cereal will not be affected by a slight increase or decrease in temperature, so packaging protects the products and extend their shelf life.

Validated packaging, on the other hand, is used for products sensitive to temperature changes and requiring specific temperature control. For example, vaccines and biologics are sensitive to temperature changes and require specific temperature range to maintain their potency and safety. The transportation and storage of these products can be challenging, as they are often exposed to fluctuating temperatures, vibration, and changes in humidity. Packaging protects these products from these environmental factors and maintains the required temperature range, preserving their quality and safety.

It is also essential for industries transporting and storing temperature-sensitive chemicals, biological samples, and medical devices. In the pharmaceutical Industry, these type of packaging is crucial for maintaining the potency and safety of vaccines and biologics, which are often sensitive to temperature changes. In the food industry, packaging is essential for maintaining the freshness and safety of frozen foods, dairy, and meats.

To ensure that the packaging is functioning properly, monitoring the temperature during transportation and storage is essential. This can be done using temperature data loggers, which are small devices that can be placed inside the packaging to record the temperature. The data from the loggers can then be analyzed to ensure that the packaging has maintained the required temperature range.

In conclusion, the main difference between qualified and validated packaging is that qualified packaging is designed to meet a set of predefined specifications or standards, whereas validated packaging is scientifically tested and proven to maintain a specific temperature range for a certain period. While both types of packaging can protect products from external factors, only validated packaging is specifically designed to maintain a specific temperature range, making it essential for industries transporting and storing temperature-sensitive products.

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TempAid™, a division of Rapid Aid Corp., manufactures a complete line of cold chain solutions designed for optimal temperature stability in the food, pharmaceutical, and laboratory sectors. As part of the Rapid Aid brand, the company has been delivering solutions to the market since 1975. The company has the capacity and manufacturing capability to deliver hundreds of millions of units per year.

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There are different cold chain packaging options and components to help maintain the integrity of the products.

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GEL PACKS

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Earth-wise
Gel Packs

Reusable, recyclable, drain-safe gel packs eliminate thousands of tons of waste each year.

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LOW COST
GEL PACKS

Engineer your packaging to assure optimum performance and pack out simplicity.

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PCM Mailer
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Thermal insulated mailer
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FLEXIBLE WATER BLANKETS

Temperature control for shipping sensitive products where scalability and uniform cold is needed.

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HARD BOTTLE GEL PACKS & PCM

A durable choice for rough environments where reuse and tight pack outs are required.

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INSULATED CONTAINERS

We have a full line of lightweight & low cost insulated coolers for every application.

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Tested solutions

Engineer your packaging to assure optimum performance and pack-out simplicity.

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If you’re interested in finding out more about validated temperature-controlled packaging or would like to request a sample, please don’t hesitate to contact TempAid. Visit website at tempaid.net for more information, or contact us  for a free sample and consultation.

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