What is Federal Supply Class 8455?

FSC 8455 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8455) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Badges and Insignia.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8455?

NSC 8455 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8455 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Badges and Insignia.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8455 in?

FSC 8455 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8455 in?

NSC 8455is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

What is a Sword Knot?

A Sword Knot is a decorative loop or tassel attached to a sword hilt or scabard.

A Brassard is an arm band made in a variety of colors, or one specific color, usually bearing an emblem or legend designating an acting rank, special assignment, or the like, or which, merely by its color, indicates the specific duties performed by the wearer.

What is a Service Ribbon Bar?

A Service Ribbon Bar (BAR,SERVICE RIBBON) is a device to which a service ribbon or ribbons is to be affixed.

What is a Shoulder Sleeve Insignia?

A Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (INSIGNIA,SHOULDER SLEEVE) is an insignia to be affixed on the upper extremity of the sleeve to indicate an organization, theater of operation, force, or the like.Excludes INSIGNIA, GRADE, ENLISTED PERSONNEL; BADGE, RATING; SHOULDER MARK and GROUP-RATE MARK.

What is a Qualification Badge?

A Qualification Badge (BADGE,QUALIFICATION) is a distinctive device worn as a sign of one's special qualifications apart from the duties of a person's rank, grade or rate, such as link trainer instructor, parachutist and the like. Excludes DISTINGUISHING MARK.

What is a Rating Badge?

A Rating Badge (BADGE,RATING) is a device to be affixed to the uniform of enlisted personnel to indicate rate and/or specific specialty. Excludes INSIGNIA, GRADE, ENLISTED PERSONNEL.

What is an Officer Rank Insignia?

An Officer Rank Insignia (INSIGNIA,RANK,OFFICER) is a device to be affixed to the uniform to indicate a specific rank, including warrant officer.

What is a Branch Of Service Insignia?

A Branch Of Service Insignia (INSIGNIA,BRANCH OF SERVICE) is an insignia to indicate a service, department, or profession, such as Quartermaster Corps, Marine Corps, Infantry, Medical Service and the like. Excludes INSIGNIA, SHOULDER SLEEVE; GROUP-RATE MARK; INSIGNIA, HAT; INSIGNIA, SERVICE CAP; INSIGNIA, GARRISON CAP and INSIGNIA, SERVICE HAT AND SERVICE CAP.

What is a Service Cap Insignia?

A Service Cap Insignia (INSIGNIA,SERVICE CAP) is an insignia to be afixed to the "service cap" to indicate organization, department, or corps. Excludes INSIGNIA, HAT and INSIGNIA, BRANCH OF SERVICE.

What is a Service Hat And Service Cap Insignia?

A Service Hat And Service Cap Insignia (INSIGNIA,SERVICE HAT AND SERVICE CAP) is an insignia to be affixed to the "service cap" or "service hat" to indicate organization, department, or corps. Excludes INSIGNIA, HAT and INSIGNIA, BRANCH OF SERVICE.

What is a Shoulder Loop Sleeve Grade Insignia?

A Shoulder Loop Sleeve Grade Insignia (INSIGNIA,GRADE,SHOULDER LOOP SLEEVE) is a band of material, creased to conform to the shape of a shoulder loop and having insignia representing the grade of the ROTC cadet embroidered in the center of the band. The band is folded around the shoulder loop and fastened with snap fasteners to form a tubular cover. It is readily removable when the grade of the wearer is changed.

What is an Aiguillette?

An Aiguillette is an ornamental item composed of braided and/or knotted cord worn on the uniform of certain military and naval personnel.

What is an Identification Badge?

An Identification Badge (BADGE,IDENTIFICATION) is a distinctive badge worn to signify the special duty or assignment of the wearer apart from his rank or grade. Excludes BADGE, IDENTIFICATION, PERSONNEL.

What is an Organizational Insignia?

An Organizational Insignia (INSIGNIA,ORGANIZATIONAL) is an insignia which represents any unified or consolidated group either civilian or military, national or international.

What is a Badge Holder?

A Badge Holder (HOLDER,BADGE) is a device or contrivance made of suitable material constructed in various shapes and/or forms to hold and display various types of badges indicating evidence of identification, a special duty and/or assignment apart from rank or grade. It is designed to be transferable and have facilities for attachment to the garment to prevent tear or damage. Excludes HOLDER, CARD-LABEL.

What is a Shoulder Board?

A Shoulder Board is a device designed to be worn on the shoulders of military uniforms. It may have braid(s) or similar item(s) affixed to it to denote officer, cadet or midshipman status, including rank and/or corps. Excludes BADGE, RATING and INSIGNIA (as modified).

What is an Award Ribbon Attachment?

An Award Ribbon Attachment (RIBBON ATTACHMENT,AWARD) is a device the design of which indicates an additional degree of award or a service recognition. It is to be affixed only to the ribbon of previous awards, such as medals, decorations, service ribbons, or the like, and is never worn alone.

What is an Award Service Ribbon?

An Award Service Ribbon (SERVICE RIBBON,AWARD) is a distinctive device worn to indicate a service, duty, qualification, or receipt of an award, such as a decoration, medal, citation, or the like.

What is a Service Medal?

A Service Medal (MEDAL,SERVICE) is a distinctive device, such as a metal disk with suspension ribbon, or the like, furnished as evidence of the honorable performance of duty in wars, campaigns, or expeditions, or of specifically designated services.

What is an Unit Decoration?

An Unit Decoration (DECORATION,UNIT) is a distinctive device, such as a ribbon with frame, or the like, worn by individuals to denote membership in a group or organization cited for heroism and/or extraordinary or meritorious acts or services performed as a result of group effort.

What is a Shoulder Strap Insignia?

A Shoulder Strap Insignia (INSIGNIA,SHOULDER STRAP) is a band of suitably flexible material of predetermined dimensions. It is worn around the shoulder strap on an outer garment identifying rank or the organization of which the wearer is or was a member.

Badges and Insignia - Australia (AU)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8455

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8455

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 84 Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 84 Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry

Items Managed by Australia (AU) - NCB is 66

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NSN Format for Badges and Insignia
Codified by Australia

84	55	66	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 8455 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 84, which is dedicated to Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

NATO Supply Class 8455 specifically focuses on Badges and Insignia. Badges and insignia are decorative emblems or symbols that are worn on clothing or other items to indicate rank, affiliation, achievement, or membership in a particular organization or group. They are commonly used by military, law enforcement, and other uniformed personnel.

In the context of NATO, badges and insignia play an important role in identifying and distinguishing personnel from different member nations. They can represent various ranks, roles, qualifications, or specializations within the NATO forces.

The items classified under NATO Supply Class 8455 can include embroidered patches, metal pins, shoulder boards, collar tabs, and other similar items. These badges and insignia are designed to be attached or worn on uniforms, hats, bags, or other clothing and equipment.

It is important to note that the NATO Supply Classification System is used for standardizing the identification and classification of items used by NATO member nations. This classification system helps in facilitating logistics, procurement, and supply chain management within the NATO framework.

FSC 8455 Badges and Insignia - Australia (AU)

Excludes Nonpersonal Insignia.

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

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8455

What is Federal Supply Class 8455?: FSC 8455 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8455) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Badges and Insignia.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8455?: NSC 8455 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8455 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Badges and Insignia.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8455 in?: FSC 8455 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8455 in?: NSC 8455 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 84 which contains Clothing, Individual Equipment, Insignia, and Jewelry.

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8455

What is a Sword Knot? 11 Items: A Sword Knot is a decorative loop or tassel attached to a sword hilt or scabard.
What is a Brassard? 95 Items: A Brassard is an arm band made in a variety of colors, or one specific color, usually bearing an emblem or legend designating an acting rank, special assignment, or the like, or which, merely by its color, indicates the specific duties performed by the wearer.
What is a Service Ribbon Bar? 32 Items: A Service Ribbon Bar (BAR,SERVICE RIBBON) is a device to which a service ribbon or ribbons is to be affixed.
What is a Shoulder Sleeve Insignia? 175 Items: A Shoulder Sleeve Insignia (INSIGNIA,SHOULDER SLEEVE) is an insignia to be affixed on the upper extremity of the sleeve to indicate an organization, theater of operation, force, or the like.Excludes INSIGNIA, GRADE, ENLISTED PERSONNEL; BADGE, RATING; SHOULDER MARK and GROUP-RATE MARK.
Button,Insignia 155 Items
Badge,Identification,Personnel 26 Items
What is a Qualification Badge? 403 Items: A Qualification Badge (BADGE,QUALIFICATION) is a distinctive device worn as a sign of one's special qualifications apart from the duties of a person's rank, grade or rate, such as link trainer instructor, parachutist and the like. Excludes DISTINGUISHING MARK.
What is a Rating Badge? 829 Items: A Rating Badge (BADGE,RATING) is a device to be affixed to the uniform of enlisted personnel to indicate rate and/or specific specialty. Excludes INSIGNIA, GRADE, ENLISTED PERSONNEL.
What is an Officer Rank Insignia? 589 Items: An Officer Rank Insignia (INSIGNIA,RANK,OFFICER) is a device to be affixed to the uniform to indicate a specific rank, including warrant officer.
Insignia,Grade,Enlisted Personnel 353 Items
What is a Branch Of Service Insignia? 193 Items: A Branch Of Service Insignia (INSIGNIA,BRANCH OF SERVICE) is an insignia to indicate a service, department, or profession, such as Quartermaster Corps, Marine Corps, Infantry, Medical Service and the like. Excludes INSIGNIA, SHOULDER SLEEVE; GROUP-RATE MARK; INSIGNIA, HAT; INSIGNIA, SERVICE CAP; INSIGNIA, GARRISON CAP and INSIGNIA, SERVICE HAT AND SERVICE CAP.
What is a Service Cap Insignia? 31 Items: A Service Cap Insignia (INSIGNIA,SERVICE CAP) is an insignia to be afixed to the "service cap" to indicate organization, department, or corps. Excludes INSIGNIA, HAT and INSIGNIA, BRANCH OF SERVICE.
What is a Service Hat And Service Cap Insignia? 63 Items: A Service Hat And Service Cap Insignia (INSIGNIA,SERVICE HAT AND SERVICE CAP) is an insignia to be affixed to the "service cap" or "service hat" to indicate organization, department, or corps. Excludes INSIGNIA, HAT and INSIGNIA, BRANCH OF SERVICE.
What is a Shoulder Loop Sleeve Grade Insignia? 23 Items: A Shoulder Loop Sleeve Grade Insignia (INSIGNIA,GRADE,SHOULDER LOOP SLEEVE) is a band of material, creased to conform to the shape of a shoulder loop and having insignia representing the grade of the ROTC cadet embroidered in the center of the band. The band is folded around the shoulder loop and fastened with snap fasteners to form a tubular cover. It is readily removable when the grade of the wearer is changed.
Stripe,Service 15 Items
What is an Aiguillette? 19 Items: An Aiguillette is an ornamental item composed of braided and/or knotted cord worn on the uniform of certain military and naval personnel.
What is an Identification Badge? 389 Items: An Identification Badge (BADGE,IDENTIFICATION) is a distinctive badge worn to signify the special duty or assignment of the wearer apart from his rank or grade. Excludes BADGE, IDENTIFICATION, PERSONNEL.
What is an Organizational Insignia? 74 Items: An Organizational Insignia (INSIGNIA,ORGANIZATIONAL) is an insignia which represents any unified or consolidated group either civilian or military, national or international.
What is a Badge Holder? 16 Items: A Badge Holder (HOLDER,BADGE) is a device or contrivance made of suitable material constructed in various shapes and/or forms to hold and display various types of badges indicating evidence of identification, a special duty and/or assignment apart from rank or grade. It is designed to be transferable and have facilities for attachment to the garment to prevent tear or damage. Excludes HOLDER, CARD-LABEL.
What is a Shoulder Board? 105 Items: A Shoulder Board is a device designed to be worn on the shoulders of military uniforms. It may have braid(s) or similar item(s) affixed to it to denote officer, cadet or midshipman status, including rank and/or corps. Excludes BADGE, RATING and INSIGNIA (as modified).
What is an Award Ribbon Attachment? 13 Items: An Award Ribbon Attachment (RIBBON ATTACHMENT,AWARD) is a device the design of which indicates an additional degree of award or a service recognition. It is to be affixed only to the ribbon of previous awards, such as medals, decorations, service ribbons, or the like, and is never worn alone.
What is an Award Service Ribbon? 161 Items: An Award Service Ribbon (SERVICE RIBBON,AWARD) is a distinctive device worn to indicate a service, duty, qualification, or receipt of an award, such as a decoration, medal, citation, or the like.
What is a Service Medal? 14 Items: A Service Medal (MEDAL,SERVICE) is a distinctive device, such as a metal disk with suspension ribbon, or the like, furnished as evidence of the honorable performance of duty in wars, campaigns, or expeditions, or of specifically designated services.
What is an Unit Decoration? 14 Items: An Unit Decoration (DECORATION,UNIT) is a distinctive device, such as a ribbon with frame, or the like, worn by individuals to denote membership in a group or organization cited for heroism and/or extraordinary or meritorious acts or services performed as a result of group effort.
What is a Shoulder Strap Insignia? 106 Items: A Shoulder Strap Insignia (INSIGNIA,SHOULDER STRAP) is a band of suitably flexible material of predetermined dimensions. It is worn around the shoulder strap on an outer garment identifying rank or the organization of which the wearer is or was a member.