MIL-STD-2073.pdf

This document is the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) Packaging and Marking Guide for the Department of Defense, dated March 2014. The guide provides comprehensive instructions for military packaging methods, focusing on preserving and protecting items during shipment and storage. It outlines five basic methods of military preservation: physical protection, preservative coating, waterproof protection, watervaporproof protection, and watervaporproof protection with desiccant.

The guide details various packaging approaches, including different levels of protection (Level A for severe worldwide conditions and Level B for moderate conditions), specific packaging techniques for different environments, and requirements for marking and labeling containers. It also covers special markings such as shelf-life, project codes, fragile handling, hazardous materials, and includes technical specifications for packaging materials, container types, and international shipping requirements. The document serves as a technical reference for contractors and military logistics personnel to ensure proper item preservation and transportation.