Chemicals and Chemical Products

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 68

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 68

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NSN Format for Chemicals and Chemical Products

68XXXXXXXXXXX
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ClassNCBIdentifier
FSC
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NSN
FSG 68 Chemicals and Chemical Products
FSG 68 Chemicals and Chemical Products

In general, individual nonmedicinal chemical elements and compounds are classified in Class 6810. Combinations (or mixtures) of chemical compounds, or chemicals prepared in a particular vehicle (other than water) are generally classified according to use, in classes other than 6810. For example, the chemical compound DDT, is classified in 6810, whereas DDT liquid spray, the insecticide, is classified in 6840-Pest Control Agents and Disinfectants. Similarly items of supply bearing nonchemical names such as BLEACH; INSECTICIDE, ROACH; and ANTIFREEZE are generally classified according to use, in classes other than 6810, whereas corresponding chemical compounds, such as sodium hypochlorite solution, chlordane, and ethylene glycol are classified in 6810. Medicinal chemicals are generally classified in 6505-Drugs and Biologicals; in vitro diagnostic substances and reagents are classified in 6550-In Vitro Diagnostic Substances, Reagents, Test Kits and Sets. Excluded from this group are liquid chemicals designed exclusively for use as propellant fuels and oxidizers.

Additional Information for Chemicals and Chemical Products Additional Information for Chemicals and Chemical Products

Demystifying NATO Supply Group 68: Exploring Chemicals and Chemical Products

NATO Supply Group (NSG) 68, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 68 in the United States, is a standardized classification system encompassing a broad range of chemicals and chemical products. It categorizes a diverse array of substances utilized in various industrial, commercial, and scientific applications.

What Does NSG 68 Include?

NSG 68 covers a vast spectrum of chemicals, categorized primarily according to their composition or intended use:

  • Individual Non-Medicinal Chemicals: This category encompasses individual elements and compounds not classified as medicines. Examples include common chemicals like sodium chloride (salt), sulfuric acid, and ethanol (alcohol).
  • Chemical Mixtures: Combinations of various chemical compounds or chemicals prepared in specific vehicles (other than water) are generally classified based on their intended use rather than individual components. For instance, paints, detergents, and cleaning agents fall under this category.
  • Miscellaneous Chemical Specialties: This classification includes diverse chemical products that don't neatly fit into other categories. Examples encompass adhesives, sealants, lubricants, greases, and fireworks.

Important Considerations:

  • Exclusions: NSG 68 excludes specific categories of chemicals, such as:
    • Medicinal chemicals: Classified under NSG 65 (FSG 65) - Drugs and Biologicals.
    • Liquid chemicals designed exclusively for propellant fuels and oxidizers: Classified under NSG 91 (FSG 91) - Petroleum, Fuel, and Lubricants Products.
  • Focus on Use: When classifying mixtures or items with non-chemical names, the primary focus is often on their intended use rather than individual chemical components. For instance, "ANTIFREEZE" would be classified based on its use as a coolant, despite containing various chemicals like ethylene glycol.

Benefits of Standardization:

The use of NSG 68 offers several key advantages:

  • Standardization: It establishes a common language within the global chemical industry, facilitating clear communication and collaboration between different countries, organizations, and individual stakeholders involved in the manufacturing, transportation, and use of chemicals.
  • Efficient Procurement and Supply Chain Management: Utilizing standardized classifications enables businesses to efficiently search for and procure specific chemicals based on their NSG classification, streamlining the procurement process and enhancing supply chain management.
  • Improved Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Consistent categorization facilitates the implementation and enforcement of safety regulations and compliance standards across the industry, contributing to the safe handling and use of chemicals.

Understanding NSG 68 classifications helps navigate the vast world of chemicals, fostering efficient communication, streamlined procurement, and improved safety practices within the global chemical industry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 68 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 68

What is Federal Supply Group 68?
FSG 68 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 68) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Chemicals and Chemical Products.
What is NATO Supply Classification Group 68?
NSG 68 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 68 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Chemicals and Chemical Products.
Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 68?
FSG 68 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 6840, 6820, 6810, 6830, 6850
Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 68?
NSG 68 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 6840, 6820, 6810, 6830, 6850
When did the transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occur?
The transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occurred on January 1, 1997. This change was implemented to align the classification and coding systems used by NATO member countries for military supplies and equipment. Federal Supply Groups (FSG) are now obsolete.

Top 20 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 68 Top 20 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 68

What is an Utility Deodorant? 426 Items
An Utility Deodorant (DEODORANT,UTILITY) is an item of nonspecific chemical composition intended to counteract unpleasant odors by masking, or reodorizing, or any other means other than by attacking the bacterial or fungal source of odors. These items are not registered by the Environmental Protection Agency. Excludes personal deodorants.
What is an Utility Disinfectant? 628 Items
An Utility Disinfectant (DISINFECTANT,UTILITY) is an item registered by the Environmental Protection Agency, as a bactericide (germicide) and/or fungicide (including those items which also have tuberculocidal, viricidal, or sporicidal properties). The item may or may not need reconstitution or mixing before usage. When of a single specific chemical, use specific chemical name. Excludes DISINFECTANT, FOOD SERVICE.
What is an Utility Disinfectant-Detergent? 321 Items
An Utility Disinfectant-Detergent (DISINFECTANT-DETERGENT,UTILITY) is an item registered by the Environmental Protection Agency, as a bactericide (germicide) and/or fungicide (including those items which also have tuberculocidal, viricidal, or sporicidal properties), into which an adequate amount of detergency has been added and/or built in, which cleans at the same time it disinfects. The item may or may not need reconstitution or mixing before usage.
Carbon Dioxide 209 Items
Nitrogen 392 Items
What is a Calibrating Gas Mixture? 332 Items
A Calibrating Gas Mixture is a predetermined mixture of 2 or more gases in which each component is measured to extreme accuracy and its contents certified. It is normally used to standardize and assure the accuracy of highly sensitive laboratory equipment.
What is an Antifreeze? 348 Items
An Antifreeze is antifreeze is a chemical substance, compound or mixture which, when in aqueous solutions of prescribed proportion, will prevent freezing of water-cooled cooling systems.
What is a Solvent Cleaning Compound? 2446 Items
A Solvent Cleaning Compound (CLEANING COMPOUND,SOLVENT) is a cleaner of nonspecific chemicals compounded to remove grease, carbon collection, and the like, from parts of internal combustion engines, aircraft surfaces, small machines and the like by solvent action. Does not include items known by specific chemical names, and CLEANING COMPOUND, BAKING PAN.
What is an Activated Desiccant? 795 Items
An Activated Desiccant (DESICCANT,ACTIVATED) is a chemical product specially prepared to increase the absorption capacity of the basic chemical(s) for the removal of moisture and capable of being restored to approximately its original condition.
What is a Scale Removing Compound? 207 Items
A Scale Removing Compound is a chemical product designed for removal of material deposited on metal surfaces, usually on interior surfaces such as evaporator tubes and heat exchangers. Excludes scale prevention compounds, inhibitors, and CORROSION REMOVING COMPOUND.
What is a Corrosion Removing Compound? 306 Items
A Corrosion Removing Compound is a chemical product designed for removal of corrosion such as rust formed on metal surfaces by oxidation, hydration, and carbonation. Excludes corrosion inhibitors and SCALE REMOVING COMPOUND.
What is a Silicone Compound? 519 Items
A Silicone Compound is an inert inorganic resinlike material obtained from a variety of molecular combinations. When compounded with other ingredients, it can be applied to glass, paper, ceramics, finely powdered material, metal, or quartz; forms heat resisting, dielectric, and water resisting coatings, extremely high and low temperature lubricants, hydraulic fluids, heat transfer fluids, synthetic rubber, and the like. Does not include paints and polishes which contain in part silicone compounds.
What is an Aircraft Surface Cleaning Compound? 242 Items
An Aircraft Surface Cleaning Compound (CLEANING COMPOUND,AIRCRAFT SURFACE) is a compound intended for use in solutions of water of any hardness for cleaning and washing of painted or unpainted aircraft surfaces.
What is an Inspection Penetrant? 274 Items
An Inspection Penetrant is an oil or ester base liquid used with a developer to detect surface flaws in metals, ceramics, glass, and some plastics. Penetrants will reveal only defects which are open to the surface and which are of sufficient magnitude to permit entrance of the penetrant by capillary action. The penetrant remains in the opening until it is withdrawn by the greater capillary action of the developer.
What is a Direct Electrostatic Process Toner? 324 Items
A Direct Electrostatic Process Toner (TONER,DIRECT ELECTROSTATIC PROCESS) is a positive charged powder, or a liquid, which develops the paper prior to the fusing action.
What is an Indirect Electrostatic Processing Toner? 741 Items
An Indirect Electrostatic Processing Toner (TONER,INDIRECT ELECTROSTATIC PROCESSING) is an electrically charged chemical agent, used in copy processing, which transfers the image from the charged areas of a selenium drum to the recorder paper.
What is an Indirect Electrostatic Process Developer? 284 Items
An Indirect Electrostatic Process Developer (DEVELOPER,INDIRECT ELECTROSTATIC PROCESS) is an electrically charged substance, used in copy processing, which acts as a carrier for the toner in recording the image on a selenium drum. Excludes DEVELOPING SOLUTION, DIRECT ELECTROSTATIC PROCESS; and DEVELOPER, PHOTOGRAPHIC.

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