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Document ID:   MIL-STD-2073       Scroll down to access document images
Spec/Std Sheet:  2

Overview
Title:  Packaging Requirement Codes (Part 2 of 2 Parts) (S/S by MIL-STD-2073-1)
Scope:  This document outlines standard processes for the development and documentation og military packaging, as distinct from commercial packaging. This standard covers methods of preservation to protect materiel against environmentally induced corrosion and deterioration, physical and mechanical damage, and other forms of degradation during storage, multiple handling, and shipment associated with the military distribution system. Adecision chart in included for developing these packaging requirements (see figure 1).
Status:  Canceled Cancellation Date:  01-OCT-1996      
PACK Doc Category:   Military Standard -Military Standard  

Responsibilities
Lead Standardization Activity:  SM  Army Materiel Command, Packaging, Storage & Containerization Ctr.  
  Preparing Activity: AS  Naval Air Systems Command
Coordination:  Full  
Army Custodian:  SM   Army Materiel Command, Packaging, Storage & Containerization Ctr.  
Navy Custodian:  AS   Naval Air Systems Command  
Air Force Custodian:  69   Air Force Life Cycle Management Center - Packaging Technology and Engineeri  
DLA Custodian:  DH   Defense Logistics Agency (DepSO)  

Changes to military standards or handbooks issued after August 1, 2003 are incorporated in the modified document.
Revision History Click on column headings for a description of column content.
MediaDocument Part DescriptionDist StmtDocument DatePagesSize
Document ImageRevision C Notice 1 - CancellationA01-OCT-199614.0 KB
Document ImageRevision B Change Notice 2 A25-MAY-1989261317.0 KB
Document ImageRevision B Change Notice 1 A08-APR-1988682947.8 KB
Document ImageRevision B A11-MAR-1986663162.9 KB

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