What is Federal Supply Class 8940?

FSC 8940 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8940) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8940?

NSC 8940 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8940 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8940 in?

FSC 8940 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 89 which contains Subsistence.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8940 in?

NSC 8940 is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 89 which contains Subsistence.

A Soup is does not include Chowders or Gumbos.

What is a Soup And Gravy Base?

A Soup And Gravy Base is a commercially prepared dual purpose blend of food ingredients requiring the addition of a liquid, usually water or milk, to produce soup or gravy. Flour is additionally required as a thickening agent to produce gravy.

What is a Beverage Base?

A Beverage Base is a liquid or powdered product, usually concentrated, prepared from a blend of dehydrated fruit juice, natural or imitation flavors, or combinations of these, and other ingredients. When dissolved in water, as specified, it produces a beverage resembling fruit juice. Excludes JUICE (as modified).

A Jelly is a food product made by boiling a sweetening ingredient and the juice of fruit containing natural or added pectin. If other than above, use jelly as last word of a noun phrase (such as petroleum jelly).

What is a Canned Beef Tamales?

A Canned Beef Tamales (TAMALES,BEEF,CANNED) is ground beef meat seasoned with chili or other filling, rolled up in corn meal dough, wrapped in corn husks or appropriate commercial type wrapper, and steamed.

What is a Strained Baby Food?

A Strained Baby Food (BABY FOOD,STRAINED) is a commercially prepared food for babies. It has a fine particle size. Excludes BABY FOOD, JUNIOR which has a larger particle size.

What is a Baby Formula Preparation?

A Baby Formula Preparation is a milk mixture or substitute for feeding an infant typically consisting of prescribed proportions and forms of cow's milk, water, and sugar. Excludes FORMULA, INFANT FEEDING and DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, THERAPEUTIC.

What is a Dehydrated Dessert And Bakery Products Topping?

A Dehydrated Dessert And Bakery Products Topping (TOPPING,DESSERT AND BAKERY PRODUCTS,DEHYDRATED) is topping from which the moisture has been removed by drying. When reconstituted and whipped, it is used with desserts and bakery goods.

What is a Gelatin Dessert Powder?

A Gelatin Dessert Powder (DESSERT POWDER,GELATIN) is a fruit flavored food preparation with the physical properties to congeal. It forms a semitransparent jelly by the addition of a proportionate amount of water. It usually requires a setting period and may require refrigeration to become firm.

What is a Pudding Dessert Powder?

A Pudding Dessert Powder (DESSERT POWDER,PUDDING) is a flavored food preparation, usually with a starch base, that forms a soft food with a texture resembling custard. It requires the addition of a proportionate amount of milk or water.

What is an Instant Pudding Dessert Powder?

An Instant Pudding Dessert Powder (DESSERT POWDER,PUDDING,INSTANT) is a prepared pudding dessert powder modified for easy final preparation.

What is a Pie Filling?

A Pie Filling is a commercially prepared pie filling. Includes cream and fruit pie fillings. Excludes gelatins and frozen or canned fruits.

What is a Canned Prepared Icing?

A Canned Prepared Icing (ICING,PREPARED,CANNED) is a commercially prepared ready-to-spread product in paste form.

What is a Canned Beef Stew?

A Canned Beef Stew (BEEF STEW,CANNED) is bite size chunks of trimmed beef, blended with cut vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, peas, tomatoes, celery, and onion. It is usually served as a complete meal that is ready to heat and serve.

What is a Condiment Packet?

A Condiment Packet is a package containing individual serving of salt, sugar or substitutes, pepper, and other spices, or any combination thereof. It contains only pure subsistence items. It is intended for one time use. For packet containing drinking tube, napkin and/or utensils, as well as condiments, see DINING PACKET.

What is an Ice Cream Topping?

An Ice Cream Topping (TOPPING,ICE CREAM) is a fruit or syrup preparation for use on ice cream.

A Gravy Mix is a commercially prepared blend of food ingredients requiring the addition of water to produce gravy. Excludes SOUP AND GRAVY BASE.

What is a Seasoning Mix?

A Seasoning Mix is a commercially prepared blend of spices and vegetables used as a seasoning for various types of foods. The addition of water may be required.

What is a Therapeutic Dietary Supplement?

A Therapeutic Dietary Supplement (DIETARY SUPPLEMENT,THERAPEUTIC) is a specially formulated preparation (liguid, powder, or pudding) generally containing protein, carbohydrate, and fat; may also include vitamins and/or minerals. These preparations are consumed or administered internally under direct or indirect medical supervision in the dietary management of individuals with specific diseases, disorders, or medical conditions in which the existence of associated nutritional requirements is established by medical evaluation. Excludes items that are solely vitamins and/or combinations of vitamins and minerals. Excludes BABY FORMULA PREPARATION and FORMULA, INFANT FEEDING.

What is a Nondairy Creamer?

A Nondairy Creamer (CREAMER,NONDAIRY) is a processed nondairy product available in liquid and dry forms, used in coffee or tea like cream or milk.

What is a Dry Breakfast Drink Mix?

A Dry Breakfast Drink Mix (BREAKFAST DRINK MIX,DRY) is a commercial preparation requiring the addition of milk to produce a drink that is comparable in nutritional value to a traditionally prepared or cooked breakfast. It is produced in various flavors. Excludes FLAVORED DAIRY DRINK; FLAVORED DAIRY DRINK, DRY; FLAVORED MILK; and FLAVORED MILK, STERILIZED.

What is an Infant Feeding Formula?

An Infant Feeding Formula (FORMULA,INFANT FEEDING) is a specifically formulated nutritional preparation (primarily used for infants) in powder, liquid, or concentrated form which may contain protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, and/or minerals. These preparations are for low birth weights, breastfeeding supplement or alternative, dietary management, problem feeders, allergies and/or sensitivity to cow's milk and sucrose, lowered mineral levels and other deficiencies. It may come in a ready-to-feed container. Excludes DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, THERAPEUTIC and BABY FORMULA PREPARATION.

What is an Entree Bar?

An Entree Bar is a freeze-dehydrated bar for use as a component in a package ration.

What is a Thermostabilized Cassoulet?

A Thermostabilized Cassoulet (CASSOULET,THERMOSTABILIZED) is excludes MUTTON WITH WHITE BEANS, THERMOSTABILIZED.

What is a Frozen Vegetable Patties?

A Frozen Vegetable Patties (VEGETABLE PATTIES,FROZEN) is a vegetarian alternative to traditional meat patties (burgers).

Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 8940

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 8940

Group Description: Subsistence

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 89

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 89

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NSN Format for Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations

89	40	XX	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

FSC 8940 Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations

Includes Infant Foods; Potato Chips; Prepared Pie and Cake Fillings.

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 Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations

NATO Supply Class 8940 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 89, which is dedicated to subsistence supplies. Specifically, NATO Supply Class 8940 focuses on special dietary foods and food specialty preparations.

Special dietary foods refer to food products that are specifically formulated to meet the nutritional needs of individuals with specific dietary requirements or restrictions. This can include products designed for individuals with allergies, intolerances, or medical conditions that require a specialized diet.

Food specialty preparations, on the other hand, refer to food products that are prepared or processed in a unique or specialized way. This can include products such as gourmet foods, organic foods, or foods that are made using traditional or artisanal methods.

The inclusion of NATO Supply Class 8940 within NATO Supply Group 89 indicates that these special dietary foods and food specialty preparations are considered essential for military subsistence. This classification ensures that these products are properly categorized and accounted for in military supply chains, allowing for efficient procurement and distribution to meet the dietary needs of military personnel.

In summary, NATO Supply Class 8940 encompasses special dietary foods and food specialty preparations within NATO Supply Group 89 for subsistence. This classification ensures that these essential food products are properly classified and managed within military supply chains.

NSN by Country

US
United States
3889 Items

UK
United Kingdom
561 Items

FR
France
277 Items

CA
Canada
248 Items

DE
Germany
126 Items

AU
Australia
80 Items

NL
Netherlands
75 Items

BR
Brazil
72 Items

KR
Korea
62 Items

TR
Turkey
58 Items

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 8940

What is Federal Supply Class 8940?: FSC 8940 is the Federal Supply Class(formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 8940) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations.
What is NATO Supply Classification Class 8940?: NSC 8940 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 8940 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Special Dietary Foods and Food Specialty Preparations.
Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 8940 in?: FSC 8940 is in Federal Supply Group(FSG) 89 which contains .
Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 8940 in?: NSC 8940 is in NATO Supply Classification Group(NSG) 89 which contains .

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 8940

What is a Soup? 36 Items: A Soup is does not include Chowders or Gumbos.
What is a Soup And Gravy Base? 37 Items: A Soup And Gravy Base is a commercially prepared dual purpose blend of food ingredients requiring the addition of a liquid, usually water or milk, to produce soup or gravy. Flour is additionally required as a thickening agent to produce gravy.
What is a Beverage Base? 24 Items: A Beverage Base is a liquid or powdered product, usually concentrated, prepared from a blend of dehydrated fruit juice, natural or imitation flavors, or combinations of these, and other ingredients. When dissolved in water, as specified, it produces a beverage resembling fruit juice. Excludes JUICE (as modified).
What is a Jelly? 17 Items: A Jelly is a food product made by boiling a sweetening ingredient and the juice of fruit containing natural or added pectin. If other than above, use jelly as last word of a noun phrase (such as petroleum jelly).
Thousand Island Dressing 14 Items
French Dressing 24 Items
Mayonnaise 13 Items
Potato Chips 12 Items
Salad Dressing 19 Items
What is a Canned Beef Tamales? 11 Items: A Canned Beef Tamales (TAMALES,BEEF,CANNED) is ground beef meat seasoned with chili or other filling, rolled up in corn meal dough, wrapped in corn husks or appropriate commercial type wrapper, and steamed.
Tuna,Canned 12 Items
What is a Strained Baby Food? 44 Items: A Strained Baby Food (BABY FOOD,STRAINED) is a commercially prepared food for babies. It has a fine particle size. Excludes BABY FOOD, JUNIOR which has a larger particle size.
What is a Baby Formula Preparation? 12 Items: A Baby Formula Preparation is a milk mixture or substitute for feeding an infant typically consisting of prescribed proportions and forms of cow's milk, water, and sugar. Excludes FORMULA, INFANT FEEDING and DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, THERAPEUTIC.
Beverage,Nonalcoholic,Carbonated 22 Items
What is a Dehydrated Dessert And Bakery Products Topping? 13 Items: A Dehydrated Dessert And Bakery Products Topping (TOPPING,DESSERT AND BAKERY PRODUCTS,DEHYDRATED) is topping from which the moisture has been removed by drying. When reconstituted and whipped, it is used with desserts and bakery goods.
Sugar Substitute 35 Items
Salt Substitute 13 Items
Italian Dressing 17 Items
What is a Gelatin Dessert Powder? 100 Items: A Gelatin Dessert Powder (DESSERT POWDER,GELATIN) is a fruit flavored food preparation with the physical properties to congeal. It forms a semitransparent jelly by the addition of a proportionate amount of water. It usually requires a setting period and may require refrigeration to become firm.
What is a Pudding Dessert Powder? 31 Items: A Pudding Dessert Powder (DESSERT POWDER,PUDDING) is a flavored food preparation, usually with a starch base, that forms a soft food with a texture resembling custard. It requires the addition of a proportionate amount of milk or water.
What is an Instant Pudding Dessert Powder? 37 Items: An Instant Pudding Dessert Powder (DESSERT POWDER,PUDDING,INSTANT) is a prepared pudding dessert powder modified for easy final preparation.
What is a Pie Filling? 45 Items: A Pie Filling is a commercially prepared pie filling. Includes cream and fruit pie fillings. Excludes gelatins and frozen or canned fruits.
Beef And Vegetables,Canned 10 Items
What is a Canned Prepared Icing? 15 Items: A Canned Prepared Icing (ICING,PREPARED,CANNED) is a commercially prepared ready-to-spread product in paste form.
Pizza,Frozen 15 Items
What is a Canned Beef Stew? 11 Items: A Canned Beef Stew (BEEF STEW,CANNED) is bite size chunks of trimmed beef, blended with cut vegetables, such as potatoes, carrots, peas, tomatoes, celery, and onion. It is usually served as a complete meal that is ready to heat and serve.
What is a Condiment Packet? 20 Items: A Condiment Packet is a package containing individual serving of salt, sugar or substitutes, pepper, and other spices, or any combination thereof. It contains only pure subsistence items. It is intended for one time use. For packet containing drinking tube, napkin and/or utensils, as well as condiments, see DINING PACKET.
What is an Ice Cream Topping? 30 Items: An Ice Cream Topping (TOPPING,ICE CREAM) is a fruit or syrup preparation for use on ice cream.
What is a Gravy Mix? 34 Items: A Gravy Mix is a commercially prepared blend of food ingredients requiring the addition of water to produce gravy. Excludes SOUP AND GRAVY BASE.
What is a Seasoning Mix? 13 Items: A Seasoning Mix is a commercially prepared blend of spices and vegetables used as a seasoning for various types of foods. The addition of water may be required.
Cheese Spread 12 Items
What is a Therapeutic Dietary Supplement? 854 Items: A Therapeutic Dietary Supplement (DIETARY SUPPLEMENT,THERAPEUTIC) is a specially formulated preparation (liguid, powder, or pudding) generally containing protein, carbohydrate, and fat; may also include vitamins and/or minerals. These preparations are consumed or administered internally under direct or indirect medical supervision in the dietary management of individuals with specific diseases, disorders, or medical conditions in which the existence of associated nutritional requirements is established by medical evaluation. Excludes items that are solely vitamins and/or combinations of vitamins and minerals. Excludes BABY FORMULA PREPARATION and FORMULA, INFANT FEEDING.
What is a Nondairy Creamer? 18 Items: A Nondairy Creamer (CREAMER,NONDAIRY) is a processed nondairy product available in liquid and dry forms, used in coffee or tea like cream or milk.
What is a Dry Breakfast Drink Mix? 10 Items: A Dry Breakfast Drink Mix (BREAKFAST DRINK MIX,DRY) is a commercial preparation requiring the addition of milk to produce a drink that is comparable in nutritional value to a traditionally prepared or cooked breakfast. It is produced in various flavors. Excludes FLAVORED DAIRY DRINK; FLAVORED DAIRY DRINK, DRY; FLAVORED MILK; and FLAVORED MILK, STERILIZED.
Pudding,Canned 43 Items
What is an Infant Feeding Formula? 73 Items: An Infant Feeding Formula (FORMULA,INFANT FEEDING) is a specifically formulated nutritional preparation (primarily used for infants) in powder, liquid, or concentrated form which may contain protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, and/or minerals. These preparations are for low birth weights, breastfeeding supplement or alternative, dietary management, problem feeders, allergies and/or sensitivity to cow's milk and sucrose, lowered mineral levels and other deficiencies. It may come in a ready-to-feed container. Excludes DIETARY SUPPLEMENT, THERAPEUTIC and BABY FORMULA PREPARATION.
Ranch Dressing 13 Items
Bakery Filling,Canned 14 Items
What is an Entree Bar? 10 Items: An Entree Bar is a freeze-dehydrated bar for use as a component in a package ration.
Meal,Precooked,Canned 18 Items
What is a Thermostabilized Cassoulet? 10 Items: A Thermostabilized Cassoulet (CASSOULET,THERMOSTABILIZED) is excludes MUTTON WITH WHITE BEANS, THERMOSTABILIZED.
Aspic With Meat 19 Items
Pretzels 13 Items
What is a Frozen Vegetable Patties? 14 Items: A Frozen Vegetable Patties (VEGETABLE PATTIES,FROZEN) is a vegetarian alternative to traditional meat patties (burgers).