Purpose. This regulation—

a. Implements DOD 4140.1-R, chapter 8, which establishes the Defense Packaging Policy Group (DPPG) to assure a uniform DOD approach to implementing packaging policies and packaging training programs. The DPPG is a permanent forum established to develop and recommend changes to policy, guidance, and standardization of packaging throughout the Military Services and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA).

Applicability. This regulation applies to all (Active and Reserve) Department of Defense components (U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, and the Defense Logistics Agency) responsible for the packaging of materiel throughout its life cycle. This regulation is applicable during full mobilization.