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Document ID:   A-A-59239       Scroll down to access document images

Overview
Title:  Diatomaceous Earth
Scope:  This commercial item description (CID) covers the requirements for diatomaceous earth which is intended for use in chemical manufacturing as an inert filler and as a filter aid in filtration and purification processes. Grades B and C are also used in the formulations of pyrotechnic igniters as burning rate modifiers. This material is not intended for use in water purification equipment for field use or in paint as a pigment or filler.
Status:  Active Document Date:  12-AUG-2019      
  Next Review Due:  09-AUG-2029
9390 Doc Category:   Commercial Item Description (CID)  

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  CQ  DLA Troop Support - Construction and Equipment Items of Supply Standardizat  
  Preparing Activity: CQ  DLA Troop Support - Construction and Equipment Items of Supply Standardizat
DoD Interest Level:  / Prepared by DoD activity
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  AR   US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command, Armaments Center  
Air Force Custodian:  84   Air Force Sustainment Center - Warner Robins  
DLA Custodian:  CQ   DLA Troop Support - Construction and Equipment Items of Supply Standardizat  

Revision History Click on column headings for a description of column content.
MediaDocument Part DescriptionDist StmtDocument DatePagesSize
Document ImageNotice 3 - ValidationA12-AUG-201911.9 KB
Document ImageNotice 2 - ValidationA27-NOV-200711.9 KB
Document ImageNotice 1 - ValidationA19-FEB-200314.9 KB
Document ImageBase Document A12-MAY-1998490.4 KB

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