MIL-DTL-43191J
4.4.1 Demerit points. Demerit points shall be assigned as follows:
For defects up to 3 inches in any dimension
- one point
For defects exceeding 3 inches, but not
exceeding 6 inches in any dimension
- two points
For defects exceeding 6 inches, but not
exceeding 9 inches in any dimension
- three points
For defects exceeding 9 inches in any dimension - four points
The following defects, when present, shall be scored four points for each yard in which they
occur:
Objectionable odor
Baggy, ridgy, or wavy cloth
Overall uncleanness
Uneven weaving throughout
Excessive nappiness
Poor dye penetration, mottled, streaky, or cloudy
Pattern design not equal to the standard sample
Incorrect color in any part of the pattern
Pattern repeat not equal to the standard sample
Pattern repeat less than 24.75 inches or more than 28.50 inches (Class 3)
Pattern repeat less than 15.00 inches or more than 18.00 inches (Class 4 and 5)
Pattern repeat less than 33.50 inches or more than 37.25 inches (Class 6)
Skitteriness (mottled, uneven color) of pattern exceeds that shown by the standard
sample
Excessive feathering or spew (fuzziness at color boundaries) of pattern as compared
to the standard sample
Excessive grinning (off register, gap where ground shade shows through) of pattern
as compared to the standard sample
Excessive haloing or trapping (overlapping of colors) of pattern as compared to the
standard sample
Overall application of water repellent not uniform (Class 2, 3, 4 and 5)
Tackiness (sticky to touch) (Class 2, 3, 4 and 5)
Design not printed on face side of cloth (Class 3, 4 and 5)
4.4.2 Toxicity test. The contractor must furnish information, which certifies that the finished
product is composed of materials, which have been safely used commercially or provide
sufficient toxicity data to show compatibility with prolonged, direct skin contact. At a minimum,
toxicity data should include results from a primary dermal irritation study in laboratory animals
and a repeated insult human patch test (Modified Draize Procedure). The latter must be
conducted under the supervision of a qualified dermatologist using at least 100 free-living
individuals.
4.4.2.1 Toxicity documents. All finishes/chemicals used to process the garment shall be
identified and accompanied by the appropriate Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) information.
The use of chemicals recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPD) as human
carcinogens is prohibited.
12
For Parts Inquires call Parts Hangar, Inc (727) 493-0744
© Copyright 2015 Integrated Publishing, Inc.
A Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business