Military Specification Packaging
Military packaging standards and document references
This page highlights the military packaging standards and related documents most relevant to packaging, preservation, labeling, and unitization. Hosted PDFs are provided where available for convenience, and official sources are included alongside them for current-reference checking.
Featured documents
Use hosted copies for speed and convenience. Use the official source links to verify current revisions and status.
Standard Practice for Military Packaging
Core military packaging requirements for preservation, packing, and related packaging decisions.
Military Marking for Shipment and Storage
Military marking standard for shipment, storage, labels, and related barcode/identification practices.
Bags, Heat-Sealable
Detail specification covering heat-sealable bags used in military preservation and packaging applications.
Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Labels for Bar Coding
Performance requirements for barcode labels used in packaging and identification workflows.
Palletized Unit Loads
Methods and requirements related to palletized unit loads and load formation.
ESD Control Reference
Reference point for ESD control in electronics-related packaging and handling contexts.
Crates, Wood, Lumber and Plywood — Cancellation Notice
Legacy cancellation notice for MIL-C-104C. Keep only as an archive/reference item, not as an active packaging standard.
Handbooks and reference material
Legacy and canceled documents should stay clearly labeled so users do not mistake them for current requirements.
MIL-HDBK-775 — Procedures for Foam-In-Place Packaging
Good handbook candidate to keep on the page.
MIL-HDBK-263 — Electrostatic Discharge Control Handbook
Move to an archived references section or remove from the main experience.
MIL-HDBK-304 — Package Cushioning Design
Do not feature as current guidance.
DLA packaging documents
Public DLA PDFs are linked directly. Restricted items are labeled accordingly.
DLAI 4145.11 — Storage and Handling of Hazardous Materials
Public DLA PDF.
DLAM 4145.12 — Joint Service Manual for Storage and Materials Handling
Public DLA PDF.
DLAR 4145.11 — Safeguarding of DLA Sensitive Inventory Items
Public DLA PDF.
DLAR 4145.21 — Temperature-Sensitive Medical Material Shipment Guidance
Keep as a reference link only; do not present as a downloadable public PDF.
Publisher and reference standards
These are best handled as reference-only links rather than hosted downloads.
ASTM D3951 — Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
ASTM D4727 — Corrugated and Solid Fiberboard Sheet Stock
ASTM D5118 — Fabrication of Fiberboard Shipping Boxes
ASME MH1 — Pallets, Slip Sheets, and Other Bases for Unit Loads
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