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R40055Gram Stain Decolorizer Solution

Remel Inc. · NSN 6550-01-317-8706 · FSC 6550 · No Item Name Available
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NSN 6550-01-317-8706 — this item is cataloged by the U.S. Government under National Stock Number 6550-01-317-8706. Primary manufacturer part number: R40055.
Features
  • Gram Stain Decolorizer Solution — FSC 6550
  • Total Primary Container Quantity: 5
  • Primary Container Content Quantity: 250.000 MILLILITERS
  • Primary Container Type: BOTTLE
  • Supplementary Features: MEDSEP ITEM FOR DOD, REMEL LABS
  • 3 verified cross-references
  • Primary manufacturer: Remel Inc.
Applications
  • Industrial maintenance and repair
  • Government and military logistics
  • Equipment overhaul and refurbishment
General Description

The Gram Stain Decolorizer Solution, cataloged under National Stock Number 6550-01-317-8706, is classified within Federal Supply Class 6550 (No Item Name Available) of the Medical, Dental, and Veterinary Equipment group. The primary manufacturer of record is Remel Inc.. Government technical data includes 4 verified specifications, sourced from the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS). This item has 3 commercial cross-references from 2 manufacturers, enabling identification through both NSN and commercial part number lookups. 10 verified substitutes exist in the FLIS interchangeability database. Current acquisition status: Active. Unit of issue: PG.

Technical Specifications
ParameterValue
NSN6550-01-317-8706
Primary Part NumberR40055
Item NameGram Stain Decolorizer Solution
FSC / FSG6550 / 65 — No Item Name Available
ManufacturerRemel Inc.
StatusACTIVE
Total Primary Container Quantity5
Primary Container Content Quantity250.000 MILLILITERS
Primary Container TypeBOTTLE
Supplementary FeaturesMEDSEP ITEM FOR DOD, REMEL LABS
Lifecycle & Compliance
Acquisition StatusACTIVE
HAZMATNo
Unit of IssuePG
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Cross-Reference Index
Part NumberManufacturer
F89I204 Air Force Medical Logistics Office (USA)
R40055 PRIMARY Remel Inc. (USA)
40-055 Remel Inc. (USA)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NSN 6550-01-317-8706?

NSN 6550-01-317-8706 is a Gram Stain Decolorizer Solution, manufactured by Remel Inc., classified under FSC 6550 (No Item Name Available). Status: active.

What are the part numbers for NSN 6550-01-317-8706?

NSN 6550-01-317-8706 has 3 cross-referenced part numbers: F89I204 (Air Force Medical Logistics Office), R40055 (Remel Inc.), 40-055 (Remel Inc.).

What NSN replaces 6550-01-317-8706?

There are 10 known substitutes for 6550-01-317-8706: 1670-00-406-2654, 6105-00-411-6226, 5999-01-178-4116 and 7 more. Verify interchangeability with system specifications before substitution.

What are the specifications of R40055?

Key specifications for R40055: Total Primary Container Quantity: 5; Part Name Assigned by Controlling Agency: GRAM STAIN DECOLORIZER SOLUTION 250 ML/BOTTLE 5 BOTTLES/PACKAGE; Primary Container Content Quantity: 250.000 MILLILITERS; Primary Container Type: BOTTLE. 5 total characteristics are documented in the Federal Logistics Information System.

Validated with multiple authoritative sources, including Government, OEM, and Certified sources.
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