CINS Number

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	Definition of 'CINS Number' An acronym standing for the "CUSIP International Numbering System," which provides identification of international securities.
	Investopedia explains 'CINS Number' The CINS numbering system is an extension of the CUSIP numbering system and follows a 9-character format similar to CUSIP. CINS can therefore be used as a bridge to ISIN, as well as other national security identification numbers.

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