What is Federal Supply Class 8915?

FSC 8915 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8915) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Fruits and Vegetables.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8915?

NSC 8915 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8915 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Fruits and Vegetables.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8915 in?

FSC 8915 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 89 which contains Subsistence.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8915 in?

NSC 8915 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 89 which contains Subsistence.

What is a Canned Cherries?

A Canned Cherries (CHERRIES,CANNED) is excludes CHERRIES, MARASCHINO.

What is a Canned Blueberries?

A Canned Blueberries (BLUEBERRIES,CANNED) is excludes dewberries, boysenberries, loganberries, and youngberries.

What is a Tomato Paste?

A Tomato Paste is a strained pulp of cooked tomatoes with all seeds removed, condensed into the following concentrations of salt-free tomatoe solids: heavy (33 percent or more); medium (29-33 percent); and light (25-29 percent).

What is a Canned Peas?

A Canned Peas (PEAS,CANNED) is excludes PEAS, BLACK-EYE, CANNED; and PEAS, FIELD, CANNED.

What is a Fresh Oranges?

A Fresh Oranges (ORANGES,FRESH) is excludes TANGERINES, FRESH.

What is a Canned Vegetables Juice?

A Canned Vegetables Juice (JUICE,VEGETABLES,CANNED) is a blend of three or more juices.

What is a Canned Mixed Vegetables?

A Canned Mixed Vegetables (VEGETABLES,MIXED,CANNED) is a mixture of three, four, or five basic vegetables consisting of cut green or wax beans, lima beans, diced carrots, yellow sweet corn, and early or sweet peas. Excludes small pieces of vegetables added as garnish and all combinations not made up from the above indicated vegetables. See also SUCCOTASH (as modified).

What is a Frozen Mixed Vegetables?

A Frozen Mixed Vegetables (VEGETABLES,MIXED,FROZEN) is a mixture of three, four, or five basic frozen vegetables consisting of cut green or wax beans, lima beans, diced carrots, yellow sweet corn, and early or sweet peas. Excludes small pieces of vegetables added as garnish and all combinations not made up from the above indicated basic vegetables. See also SUCCOTASH (as modified).

What is a Chick Peas?

A Chick Peas (PEAS,CHICK) is an asiatic herb of the pea family, bearing short pods with pealike seeds.

What is an Instant White Potatoes?

An Instant White Potatoes (POTATOES,WHITE,INSTANT) is precooked dehydrated white potatoes which instantly, upon reconstitution or rehydration, will yield a product which after whipping will have substantially the appearance, flavor and mealy texture of fresh cooked mashed white potatoes.

What is a Cranberry Juice Cocktail?

A Cranberry Juice Cocktail is a juice drink prepared from cranberry juice and/or concentrated cranberry juice to which water and nutritive sweeteners are added.

Fruits and Vegetables

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8915

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8915

Group Description: Subsistence

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 89

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 89

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NSN Format for Fruits and Vegetables

89	15	XX	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

FSC 8915 Fruits and Vegetables

Includes Baked Beans; Juices.

Note-Subsistance items which are specifically prepared for dietetic use are classified in Class 8940. Nondietetic foods, even though they bear the same approved item names as corresponding dietetic foods, are classified in Classes other than 8940.

Additional Information for Fruits and Vegetables

NATO Supply Class 8915 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 89, which is designated for Subsistence supplies. Specifically, Class 8915 pertains to Fruits And Vegetables.

This classification is used by NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) to categorize and standardize the procurement and supply of various goods and services among member countries. The purpose of this classification system is to ensure efficient and effective logistics support for military operations and exercises.

Class 8915 includes a wide range of fruits and vegetables that are essential for providing sustenance to military personnel in the field. This can include fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables, as well as dried or dehydrated options. The class may also encompass items such as fruit juices, vegetable purees, and other processed forms of fruits and vegetables.

When procuring items within Class 8915, it is important to adhere to the specific NATO codification system to ensure compatibility and interoperability among member nations. This system includes a standardized coding structure that allows for easy identification and tracking of items throughout the supply chain.

Overall, NATO Supply Class 8915 plays a crucial role in ensuring that military forces have access to a reliable and consistent supply of fruits and vegetables, which are essential for maintaining the health and well-being of personnel in the field.

Additional Information for Fruits and Vegetables

NSN by Country

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8915

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8915

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