CLP covered by this specification is a highly penetrating, mobile liquid and is intended for field application to satisfy the complete need of cleaning, lubricating, and short term preservation of both small and large caliber weapons. CLP facilitates the effective removal of firing residues, gums and other contaminants from weapon components while at the same time provides adequate lubrication and short term preservation for reliable, durable operation in all climatic conditions, temperatures ranging from −54 to 65.5 C (−65 to 150 F). CLP may be used in lieu of MIL-C-372 (RBC), VV-L-800 (PL-S), MIL-L-3150 (PL-M), MIL-L-14107 (LAW) and MIL-L-46000 (LSA) for specific applications where tests have shown it to be satisfactory in small and large caliber weapons.

CLP may be used in other cleaning, lubricating, and short term preservation applications where tests have shown it to be satisfactory for that specific application.

Products conforming to the requirements and tests of this specification should not be used for preservative applications where the intent is long-term storage, without contact and consultation with the responsible preparing activity indicated in 6.3. Due to the solvent systems common to CLP type formulations, caution should be exercised when using products conforming to this specification where, because of test or manufacturing schedules, process, facilities limitations, etc., opportunity or capability for proper ventilation of the treated surface, prior to sealing, is not practicable.