Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 83

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 83

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NSN Format for Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags

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FSG 83 Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags
FSG 83 Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags
Additional Information for Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags Additional Information for Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags

NATO Supply Group 83: A Comprehensive Overview

Introduction:

NATO Supply Group (NSG) 83, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 83 in the United States, serves as a critical standardized classification system encompassing a diverse range of supplies. These supplies include textiles, leather, furs, apparel and shoe findings, tents, and flags.

Scope and Applications:

NSG 83 plays a key role in various industries by providing a common language for categorizing these materials. This standardized system facilitates efficient communication and collaboration across the global supply chain, impacting sectors such as:

  • Military: Fabrics for uniforms, tents, and other essential equipment.
  • Fashion: Fabrics, leathers, furs, and findings used in garment manufacturing.
  • Construction: Textiles employed for insulation, tarpaulins, and other construction materials.
  • Household Goods: Fabrics for towels, bedding, and other household items.
  • Outdoor Recreation: Tents, flags, and other camping and outdoor gear.

Breakdown of NSG 83:

For more granular categorization, NSG 83 is further subdivided into several Federal Supply Classes (FSC). Each FSC focuses on a specific group of related items, providing a more detailed classification framework. Here are some prominent examples of FSCs within NSG 83:

  • FSC 8305: Textile Fabrics (e.g., cotton, wool, nylon, polyester)
  • FSC 8310: Yarn and Thread (e.g., sewing thread, yarn for knitting and crocheting)
  • FSC 8315: Notions and Apparel Findings (e.g., buttons, zippers, ribbons, laces)
  • FSC 8320: Padding and Stuffing Materials (e.g., batting, foam, feathers)
  • FSC 8325: Fur Materials (e.g., animal fur, faux fur)
  • FSC 8330: Leather (e.g., cowhide, sheepskin, snake skin)
  • FSC 8335: Shoe Findings and Soling Materials (e.g., shoelaces, soles, heels)
  • FSC 8340: Tents and Tarpaulins (e.g., camping tents, military shelters, waterproof tarps)
  • FSC 8345: Flags, Banners, and Pennants (e.g., national flags, military flags, signal flags)

Benefits of using NSG 83:

The implementation of NSG 83 offers several significant advantages:

  • Standardization: It establishes a unified language across the global supply chain, fostering seamless communication and collaboration between diverse countries, organizations, and companies involved in the production, procurement, and utilization of these materials.
  • Efficient Procurement: By leveraging standardized classifications, businesses can efficiently search for and procure specific items based on their designated NSG and FSC classifications, streamlining the procurement process and minimizing potential confusion.
  • Enhanced Data Sharing: NSG 83 promotes standardized data exchange, enabling the smooth sharing of information about these materials across different entities. This fosters transparency and collaboration within the industry, contributing to advancements and innovation.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, NATO Supply Group 83 plays a pivotal role in the global supply chain for textiles, leather, furs, apparel, and related products. This standardized classification system serves as a cornerstone for efficient communication, streamlined procurement, and improved data sharing within the industry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 83 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 83

What is Federal Supply Group 83?
FSG 83 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 83) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags.
What is NATO Supply Classification Group 83?
NSG 83 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 83 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Textiles, Leather, Furs, Apparel and Shoe Findings, Tents and Flags.
Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 83?
FSG 83 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 8320, 8340, 8315, 8335, 8305, 8310, 8330, 8345, 8325
Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 83?
NSG 83 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 8320, 8340, 8315, 8335, 8305, 8310, 8330, 8345, 8325
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 83 Top 20 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 83

What is a Tent Frame Section? 961 Items
A Tent Frame Section (FRAME SECTION,TENT) is a prefabricated section of framework designed for fabrication with other sections of framework to form a complete frame for supporting a specific type tent. Excludes BOW SECTION, TENT and FRAME, TENT.
What is a Tarpaulin? 1091 Items
A Tarpaulin is a fabricated textile or plastic item, generally used as a weather protection cover for various items and/or material during storage or transit. Excludes COVER, TENT.
What is a Tent? 1750 Items
A Tent is a portable shelter of canvas or other strong fabric supported by air pressure, light rigid framework, or poles. It may have one end open for attachment to a building, equipment, or another tent. Although it may be provided with a floor, it is not designed for erection on a foundation. See also BUILDING, PREFABRICATED (as modified).
What is a Textile Tape? 1226 Items
A Textile Tape (TAPE,TEXTILE) is a narrow fabric, woven or knitted, produced in widths up to and including 8 inches (163.2 millimeters), and in weights up to but not including 0.42 ounces per linear yard (13.06 grams per 0.9144 linear meter) of 1 inch (25.4 millimeters) width. It may have elastic strands. It may be of tubular construction or have two selvage edges. Excludes BRAID, TEXTILE; STRIP, COATED CLOTH; STRIP, CAMOUFLAGE, FABRIC; and BINDING, TEXTILE.
What is a Hook Fastener Tape? 1069 Items
A Hook Fastener Tape (FASTENER TAPE,HOOK) is a tape having raised hooks that engage the loops of a pile fastener tape to form a fastening device. It is a component of a FASTENER TAPE, HOOK AND PILE.
What is a Footwear Insoles? 1746 Items
A Footwear Insoles (INSOLES,FOOTWEAR) is an item shaped like the sole of a boot or shoe made of felt, leather, plastic, and the like, inserted in footwear for warmth or to improve the fit. Excludes the permanent inner sole of a boot or shoe.
What is a Footwear Last? 1206 Items
A Footwear Last (LAST,FOOTWEAR) is a form usually made of wood or metal, shaped like a person's foot, and used in building or repairing shoes or boots.
What is a Footwear Component Cutting Die? 1385 Items
A Footwear Component Cutting Die (DIE,CUTTING,FOOTWEAR COMPONENT) is a device designed for either manual or machine use to cut out components for the manufacture of footwear. It has a cutting edge(s) and is in the form and size of the specific footwear component it is designed to produce.
What is a Coated Cloth? 1222 Items
A Coated Cloth (CLOTH,COATED) is a broad, nonmetallic cloth more than 6 inches in width, coated on one or both sides. For rubber sheet with nonmetallic cloth insert(s), see RUBBER SHEET, SOLID, CLOTH INSERT. See also CLOTH, LAMINATED. Excludes CLOTH, IMPREGNATED.
What is a Textile Webbing? 2089 Items
A Textile Webbing (WEBBING,TEXTILE) is a strong closely woven or knitted narrow fabric, in width up to and including 12 inches (304.8 millimeters), which may be made of cotton, jute, hemp, linen, nylon, and the like.It may have elastic strands.It may be of tubular construction or have two selvage edges.Excludes BRAID, TEXTILE.
What is a Plain Weave Cloth? 1059 Items
A Plain Weave Cloth (CLOTH,PLAIN WEAVE) is a cloth generally constructed by passing each filling yarn successively over and under each warp yarn, alternating each row. It is used in about 80 percent of all woven fabric. Do not use if a more specific item name is applicable.
What is a Thread? 2615 Items
A Thread is a thin, twisted, smooth, strand or filament of vegetable, animal, mineral or synthetic material spun out to considerable length. It is produced in single ply, or two or more plies twisted together in a variety of diameters and colors. Used mainly for stitching fabrics. See also THREAD, GIMP.
What is an Organizational Flag? 1060 Items
An Organizational Flag (FLAG,ORGANIZATIONAL) is a flag which represents any unified or consolidated group either civilian or military, national, or international. Excludes GUIDON.
What is an Individual Flag? 1777 Items
An Individual Flag (FLAG,INDIVIDUAL) is a flag which indicates position or rank of either civilian or military personnel.
What is a National Flag? 6297 Items
A National Flag (FLAG,NATIONAL) is a flag that represents and is symbolic of a particular sovereign government. Includes the flag that is specifically prescribed by a nation to be flown by its ships, and is flown by ships of other nations to render official honors to that nation.
What is a Signal Flag? 3743 Items
A Signal Flag (FLAG,SIGNAL) is a flag that is used to convey a command, warning, or message.
What is a Signal Pennant? 1590 Items
A Signal Pennant (PENNANT,SIGNAL) is a pennant which is used to convey a command, warning, or message.

Stock Items for FSG 83 Stock Items for FSG 83 Page 1 of 227

ADE(M)413-4
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: A
60505-3
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 5
MIL-T-5608
RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 4
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RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
V-T-295E
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 4
65135
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 6
MIL-W-4088
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 4
805-CM
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
F11 1-2INTHICK
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 4
F11 3-8INTHICK
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 5
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NBC 1002
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11388
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
4GP4
RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 6
1407
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
ZDT001-14P
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
BA718519
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 5
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RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 2
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RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
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RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
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RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 3
8345-16826
RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
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RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 6
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 9
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RNCC: 6 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 9
MBFD21
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
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RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 5
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RNCC: 2 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
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