Method Codes

Method Code: GS
Code Description: Preserve by Method 33 (modified) in a transparent, flexible, sealable, volatile
corrosion inhibitor treated bag conforming to MIL-B-22020.
Long Code Description: Preserve by Method 33 (modified) in a transparent, flexible, sealable, volatile corrosion inhibitor treated bag conforming to MIL-DTL-22020. The interleaf furnished inside each Class 2, cold sealable bag shall be withdrawn after inserting item and prior to final sealing in accordance with MIL-DTL-22020. Items with sharp edges or protrusions shall be wrapped with sufficient layers of transparent, flexible, pressure (cold) sealable volatile corrosion inhibitor barrier material conforming to MIL-PRF-22019, Type II to prevent bag puncture. The latex coated (nonprinted) side of the barrier material shall always be facing the item. Alternately, the item may be completely wrapped with transparent, flexible, pressure (cold) sealable volatile corrosion inhibitor barrier material conforming to MIL-PRF-22019, Type II as indicated above and further preserved in a transparent barrier bag conforming to Type II, Class C, Style 2 of MIL-DTL-117. Closure shall be by heat-sealing when this alternate method is used. In addition to markings required elsewhere in the contract, unit identification and caution labels shall be in accordance with MIL-STD-129.