ACU and Dress Uniform Wear & Care
The following instructions must be followed when caring for the ACU in order to maximize the service life and maintain optimum performance:
Soldiers will not starch the Army Combat Uniform under any circumstances.
Wash in cold water and mild detergent containing no optical brighteners or bleach.
Tumble dry at low heat (not to exceed 130 degrees farenheit). Remove immediately from the dryer.
To drip dry, remove from the washer/water and place on a rustproof hanger. Do not wring or twist.
The following laundry detergents do not contain optical brighteners. These are the detergents you should use to wash your uniforms with.
Bold Powder
Cheer Liquid (all versions)
Cheer Powder (all versions)
All Powder (all versions)
Surf Powder (all versions)
Woolite (all versions)
Download "Army Combat Uniform (ACU) Briefing" in PowerPoint format written by Mark Gehri. This PowerPoint slideshow contains lots of important information about the ACU.
ACU Photo courtesy of PEO soldier
ACU Care Policy courtesy of Army.com
ACU Briefing courtesy of Mark Gehri