MIL-STD-2073.pdf

This document is the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) Packaging and Marking Guide for the Department of Defense (DoD), dated March 2014. The guide provides comprehensive instructions for military packaging requirements, covering methods of preservation, packing, and marking for items being shipped or stored. Key aspects include defining five basic methods of military preservation (physical protection, preservative coating, waterproof protection, water/vaporproof protection), specifying packaging levels (Level A for severe worldwide shipping conditions and Level B for moderate conditions), and detailing specific packaging techniques like heat-sealed bags, waterproof containers, and specialized handling for hazardous materials. The document also covers critical marking requirements, including identification markings, bar code standards, address markings, and special markings for items like shelf-life products, fragile materials, and electrostatic discharge sensitive devices.

The guide references multiple military standards and specifications, including MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and MIL-DTL-117, and provides detailed instructions on packaging procedures for different types of items. It includes technical guidance on container selection, cushioning, preservation methods, and labeling requirements for unit, intermediate, and exterior containers. Additional specialized sections address unique packaging needs such as Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Department of Transportation (DOT) hazardous material shipping requirements, and heat-treated wood packaging materials. The document serves as a comprehensive technical reference for contractors and military personnel involved in packaging and shipping military equipment and supplies.