This publication identifies the general requirements for Distributors that supply Commercial and Military products. This standard applies to all discrete semiconductors, integrated circuits and Hybrids, whether packaged or in wafer/die form, manufactured by all Manufacturers.

The requirements defined within this publication are only applicable to products for which ownership remains with the Distributor or Manufacturer.

Unique additional requirements associated with the distribution of military semiconductor devices are defined within clause 4.

Annex A provides an Audit Checklist that may be used to verify conformance to this standard.

The purpose of this publication is to establish the requirements for Distributors of Commercial and Military semiconductor devices who stock, process (value added), kit or repackage product.