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 standard reference for military packaging requirements. The guide provides comprehensive instructions for military packaging methods, focusing on preservation, packing, and marking of items for shipment and storage. Key standards include multiple preservation methods (Methods 10-50), which range from physical protection to watervaporproof protection with desiccant, and detailed requirements for packaging materials, container types, and marking specifications.

The document covers critical aspects such as hazardous materials packaging regulations, military packaging levels (A and B), specialized marking requirements, and international shipping considerations. It includes technical specifications for different packaging approaches, such as heat-sealed bags, rigid containers, and wood packaging materials. The guide also references multiple military standards (MIL-STD) and provides resources like websites for packaging code lookup, defense specifications, and key technical references. The primary goal is to ensure items are properly protected during transportation and storage across various environmental conditions and shipping methods.