What is Federal Supply Class 8440?

FSC 8440 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8440) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8440?

NSC 8440 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8440 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8440 in?

FSC 8440 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8440 in?

NSC 8440 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

What is a Trousers Suspenders?

A Trousers Suspenders (SUSPENDERS,TROUSERS) is a pair of straps worn over the shoulders and fastened at the waistline of trousers to support them.

What is a Men's Leggings?

A Men's Leggings (LEGGINGS,MEN'S) is an outer covering for the legs, extending anywhere below the knees to the ankles. They are usually made of leather, canvas, duck cloth or the like and usually worn for ceremonial occasions, special duties, and in training areas to protect against dirt briars, and the like. They are secured at the outer side by straps, buttons, eyelets or pressed studs. May cover the instep and have stirrup strap.

What is a Neckerchief?

A Neckerchief is a square or oblong piece of material that is usually folded and worn around the neck like a scarf.

What is a Trousers Belt?

A Trousers Belt (BELT,TROUSERS) is a belt designed to support trousers.

A Coat Belt (BELT,COAT) is a belt worn with a coat designed for individuals past the age of physical maturity. Excludes BELT,MILITARY POLICE.

What is a General Officer's Belt?

A General Officer's Belt (BELT,GENERAL OFFICER'S) is a belt designed specifically for General Officers. It may be worn with a distinctive buckle. It may accommodate a pistol holster or a sword scabbord.

What is a Men's Gloves?

A Men's Gloves (GLOVES,MEN'S) is gloves designed to be worn by males past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Men's And Women's Gloves?

A Men's And Women's Gloves (GLOVES,MEN'S AND WOMEN'S) is gloves designed to be worn by males/females past the age of physical maturity.

What is a Cummerbund?

A Cummerbund is a broad sash worn as a waistband.

What is a Handkerchief?

A Handkerchief is a piece of cloth, usually square, varying in size, and often decorated with embroidery, edging, a monogram, or the like. It is worn or carried for personal usefulness or as a costume accessory by mature males or females.

A Socks is items of footwear which cover the feet and legs part way to the knees.

What is a Ceremonial Belt?

A Ceremonial Belt (BELT,CEREMONIAL) is a belt designed specifically for wear by Military Personnel while participating in ceremonial duties. It may have a shoulder strap or be worn over the shoulder. It may accommodate a pistol holster, sword scabbard, pouch or like attachments singly or in combination.

A Gaiters is an outer covering for the foot, extending anywhere from the bottom of the leg to the end of the shoe. Excludes LEGGINGS, MEN'S.

What is a Men's Necktie?

A Men's Necktie (NECKTIE,MEN'S) is a long, narrow length of soft material worn around the neck, usually under the turnover collar of a shirt, and tied in front with a bow, knot, or loop.

What is a Men's Neckwear Scarf?

A Men's Neckwear Scarf (SCARF,NECKWEAR,MEN'S) is an item of neckwear, of varying lengths and widths, worn loosely about the neck in various ways for warmth or decorative purposes.

What is a Cold Weather Socks?

A Cold Weather Socks (SOCKS,COLD WEATHER) is items of footwear which cover the feet and legs part way to the knees. Primarily designed for protection at mean monthly temperatures of plus 14 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 10 degrees Celsius) to plus 68 degrees Fahrenheit (plus 20 degrees Celsius).

Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8440

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8440

Group Description: Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 84

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 84

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NSN Format for Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's

84	40	XX	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

FSC 8440 Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's

Includes Handkerchiefs; Suspenders; Garters; Belts; Dress Handwear; Leggings, Nonsafety Type.

Note-Where applicable, clothing items which are intended for use by both men and women are classified in the appropriate "men's" class.

Additional Information for Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's

NATO Supply Class 8440 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 84, which is dedicated to Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

NATO Supply Class 8440 specifically focuses on Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories for Men. This class includes various items such as socks, stockings, gloves, mittens, scarves, neckties, belts, suspenders, and other similar accessories that are designed for men's clothing.

The purpose of this classification is to provide a standardized system for categorizing and organizing these specific types of clothing and accessories within the NATO supply chain. By using this classification, it becomes easier for NATO member countries to identify, procure, and distribute these items efficiently.

It is important to note that NATO Supply Class 8440 is specifically for men's hosiery, handwear, and clothing accessories. There are separate classifications for women's and children's items within the NATO supply system.

Overall, NATO Supply Class 8440 plays a crucial role in ensuring that the appropriate hosiery, handwear, and clothing accessories for men are readily available to meet the needs of NATO forces and personnel.

Additional Information for Hosiery, Handwear, and Clothing Accessories, Men's

NSN by Country

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8440

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8440

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