Air Cargo SHC Codes
PES Special Handling Code – Perishable - Pharmaceutical
PES is the IATA special handling code for Perishable - Pharmaceutical. Temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products.
- Code
- PES
- Meaning
- Perishable - Pharmaceutical
- Category
- Perishables
- Priority
- Critical
PES means Perishable - Pharmaceutical. Temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products.
Critical temperature control. Check monitor readings. Priority handling. Document chain of custody.
Requirements
- GDP (Good Distribution Practice) compliant packaging
- Temperature monitoring devices
- Precise temperature range maintenance
Documentation
- Temperature logger documentation
- GDP compliance certificates
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Frequently asked questions
What does PES mean in air cargo?
PES means Perishable - Pharmaceutical. Temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products.
What documents does PES need?
Temperature logger documentation, GDP compliance certificates