Disposal

Disposal constitutes a change in end-use for which prior consent from DOS is required for non-consumable items. After an item has been demilitarized (in accordance with the Defense Demilitarization Manual), it is no longer a defense article and may be disposed of without further U.S. involvement. This also applies to scrap (Condition Code S) items, including unserviceable consumable items, non-consumable items beyond repair, and to items where demilitarization or special controls have applied. Items may also become non-defense items through consumable item wear-out, incineration or melting, controlled deep water dumping, or comparable destruction. Cannibalization is viewed as disposal if controlled parts removal causes item migration to non-defense article status. Because the potential for unauthorized disclosure of classified or sensitive information, safety concerns, and other factors vary among countries; DoD disposal procedures are encouraged.

The divesting government is responsible for submitting the written disposal request to the USG for consideration. This request should be sent via the SAO/Embassy who in turn should send the completed transfer request form via message/cable to PM/RSAT, with information copies to DSCA and the SAO of the proposed third party recipient. A copy of the original request for transfer should also be emailed or faxed to PM/RSAT (202) 647-9779. This allows immediate initiation of action. PM/RSAT will not begin processing until all necessary information is provided.