Ammunition containers should not be opened until ammunition is to be used. Ammunition removed from the airtight containers is likely to corrode, particularly in damp climates. If it gets wet or dirty, wipe it off before using it. Also, wipe off lightly corroded cartridges as soon as the corrosion is discovered. Heavily corroded or dented projectiles and those with loose parts or particles should not be fired.
Hot powder can cause excessive pressure when the round is fired.
This can cause dust and other abrasives to collect on it and damage the operating parts of the weapon. Ammunition is packaged in boxes according to the type of ammunition. Each box of HE, HEDP, and TP ammunition contains 1 can with 6 bandoleers of 12 rounds each, for a total of 72 rounds. Each wire-bound box of smoke and cluster ammunition contains 2 cans with 22 rounds each, for a total of 44 rounds. Each box of CS ammunition contains 2 cans with 4 bandoleers of 6 rounds each, for a total of 48 rounds.