MIL-STD-2073-1E, Table J-VIIIa
Optional procedure indicator codes
Whether substitutions in packaging methods or materials are allowed.
| Code | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| A J-VIIIa | Packaging is in accordance with a procedural specification or an SPI. The appropriate specification number will be shown in-the-clear in the supplemental data area. | |
| E J-VIIIa | Certain options can be exercised as to specific method of preservation or DoD approved packaging materials, but only as indicated in supplemental data. However, basic preservation method shall be retained and unit package dimensions shall not be increased by more than one inch. Equal or better protection shall be given the item and there shall be no increase in the package cost. | |
| M J-VIIIa | All packaging data is mandatory for compliance and no substitutions are permitted. Fast packs should be included in this category. | |
| O J-VIIIa | Options can be exercised as to specific method of preservation or DoD approved packaging materials to be used. However, basic preservation method shall be retained, supplemental data shall be complied with, and unit package dimensions shall not be increased by more than one inch. Equal or better protection shall be given the item and there shall be no increase in the package cost. | |
| P J-VIIIa | For SPI items, polyurethane foam-in-place is permitted as specified on the SPI only when the SPI pack is not available. |
Descriptions from MIL-STD-2073-1E w/Change 4 (22 April 2019), Appendix J; validated by Notice 1 (27 June 2024). Illustrations show the general type of material and are not specification-exact. Always confirm requirements against the contract and the current standard in ASSIST.