Method Codes

Method Code: DC
Code Description: Preserve by Method 20 modified as follows: Preserve in a transparent barrier wrap
made of Type II, MIL-PRF-22191 barrier material, or bag conforming to Type II,
Class C, Style 2 of MIL-DTL-117.
Long Code Description: Preserve by Method 20 modified as follows: Preserve in a transparent barrier wrap
made of Type II, MIL-PRF-22191 barrier material, or bag conforming to Type II,
Class C, Style 2 of MIL-DTL-117. MIL-PRF-22191, Type II barrier material shall
be used to cushion sharp edges and protrusions of item to prevent bag puncture. AA-
3129 or PPP-C-795 may also be used to cushion sharp edges and protrusions if
item is first wrapped in MIL-PRF-22191, Type II barrier material. The bag closure
shall be made by any suitable means, except that staples shall not be used. Also, the
use of shaped, preformed or molded packages utilizing MIL-PRF-22191 or A-A-
3174 materials in conjunction with plastic coated board is acceptable, provided that
the package cube is not increased and materials are compatible with preservative
specified. However, these packages shall be capable of meeting the tests specified
in Appendix G. Strip or block form of multiple packages shall incorporate
provisions for separating unit quantities.