New Compostable Gel Pack Increases Sustainability for Cold Chain Shipping

Pelton Shepherd's Terra Ice gel pack is ASTM D6400 certified and fully compostable.

Elisabeth Cuneo

Nov 4, 2024

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Hi, my name is Jim Cochonour. I'm the VP of sales with Pelton Shepherd here at Pack Expo. I'm here to talk to you a little bit about our Terra Ice, a fully compostable certified gel pack that is certified ASTM D6400.

We service the food and pharmaceutical industry for all their cold pack needs.

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