MIL-STD-2073.pdf

This document is a Packaging and Marking Guide for the Department of Defense (DoD), specifically the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) comprehensive manual for military packaging standards and requirements published in March 2014. The guide provides detailed instructions for preserving, packaging, and marking military items for shipment and storage, covering multiple preservation methods, container types, and marking requirements.

Key highlights include five basic military preservation methods (physical protection, preservative coating, waterproof protection, and watervaporproof protection), two levels of military packing (Level A for severe worldwide shipping conditions and Level B for moderate conditions), and extensive guidance on packaging requirements. The document outlines specific standards for container selection, cushioning, marking, labeling, and special handling considerations for various item types, including hazardous materials. It references multiple military standards like MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and ASTM specifications, and provides comprehensive instructions for ensuring item integrity during transportation and storage across different environmental conditions.