Veritiv Introduces TempSafe® RxShield™ as GLP-1 Demand Reshapes Specialty Pharmacy Distribution

A new compact cold chain packaging solution helps specialty pharmacies reduce shipping costs, maximize storage space, and improve the patient delivery experience.

ATLANTA, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Veritiv Operating Company, a leader in innovative specialty packaging, facility, and print solutions, today introduced the TempSafe^® RxShield™, a compact cold chain packaging solution designed to help specialty pharmacies reduce shipping costs, optimize storage space, and improve the patient delivery experience as demand for GLP-1 therapies continues to accelerate.

The launch comes as GLP-1 therapies continue to reshape specialty pharmacy operations. Industry analysts project the global GLP-1 market will reach nearly $190 billion by 2035, while adult GLP-1 use has more than tripled in just two years, growing from 3% in 2024 to 11% in 2026. At the same time, more than 60% of specialty pharmacy prescriptions are delivered by mail, placing greater emphasis on reliable, cost-effective cold chain packaging.

As prescription volumes increase, specialty pharmacies are facing mounting pressure to control parcel shipping costs, maximize warehouse space, and maintain product integrity throughout the last mile. The TempSafe^® RxShield™ was engineered to address these challenges by combining validated thermal performance with a compact design that improves operational efficiency without compromising product protection.

TempSafe^® RxShield™ at a Glance

• Designed to maintain refrigerated temperatures for up to 30 hours.
• Validated to ISTA 7E thermal performance standards.
• Compact footprint helps reduce dimensional weight and shipping costs.
• Holds up to four 10 mL vials in a space-efficient design.
• Custom phase change material (PCM) bottle helps maintain temperature stability.
• Supports more efficient storage and packout within pharmacy and fulfillment operations.
• Reusable canister provides continued value beyond delivery.

Designed specifically for refrigerated specialty pharmaceuticals, the TempSafe^® RxShield™ delivers dependable thermal protection in a package weighing approximately 240 grams. Its slim profile allows organizations to fit more inventory into existing storage space while helping lower parcel shipping costs by reducing dimensional weight. The simplified packout process can also improve fulfillment efficiency while delivering a premium unboxing experience for patients.

"As specialty pharmacy demand continues to grow, customers need packaging solutions that help them scale efficiently without adding cost or complexity," said Chris Bradley, Chief Marketing Officer at Veritiv. "TempSafe^® RxShield™ delivers validated thermal protection in a compact design that helps reduce shipping costs, optimize operations, and improve the patient delivery experience."

The TempSafe^® RxShield™ is ideal for specialty pharmacies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, healthcare distributors, mail-order pharmacies, and home delivery providers seeking a validated, space-efficient cold chain solution for temperature-sensitive therapies.

The TempSafe^® RxShield™ is commercially available through Veritiv's nationwide cold chain network.

To learn more about the TempSafe^® RxShield™ or request additional information, visit New Cold Chain Solution for GLP-1 & Peptides - Veritiv.

About Veritiv

Veritiv Operating Company is a leading, global provider of specialty packaging solutions designed to help businesses operate more sustainably and efficiently. Beyond packaging, Veritiv delivers JanSan, hygiene, print, and publishing products and services that support cleaner, safer, and more resilient operations. Serving customers across a wide range of industries, Veritiv combines an extensive distribution network in the U.S. and Mexico with deep expertise, global resources, and team members around the world focused on improving performance and helping customers adapt to a rapidly changing marketplace. Learn more at www.veritiv.com.

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