How many digits are in a National Stock Number (NSN)?

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A National Stock Number (NSN) consists of 13 digits. This number is used to identify items of supply within the U.S. Department of Defense and consists of a four-digit Federal Supply Class (FSC) identifier followed by a nine-digit national item identification number (NIIN). The first two digits of the NIIN represent the country of origin and the remaining seven digits are a unique identifier for the item. Understanding the structure of an NSN is crucial for logistics and supply chain management in military operations.