How to search for marine stores on NavLib?

Enter a 6-digit code or an English keyword (such as Shackle, Valve, Gasket, Wrench) into the search bar, or select multiple category filter badges above the search input to filter specific departments.

How to create a vessel requisition order for ship chandlers?

Locate the required product and click the 'Copy' button. The standardized IMPA code, English description, and unit of measurement are copied to the clipboard for instant pasting into your ship procurement sheet or email.

Free IMPA & ISSA Code Search Online — Marine Stores Guide

Q: How does the 6-digit IMPA numbering system work?

The first 2 digits specify the primary department category (e.g., 23 for Rigging & Deck items), the middle 2 digits narrow down the sub-type, and the final 2 digits indicate specific physical dimensions, ratings, or capacities.

MARINE STORES GUIDE LOOKUP

Marine Stores Catalog (IMPA / ISSA Codes)

Instant search by 6-digit code number or English equipment description

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IMPA Marine Stores Guide Code Search & Vessel Requisition Builder

The NavLib Marine Stores Lookup is an interactive technical reference tool designed for Chief Officers, Chief Engineers, Bosuns, and Technical Superintendents. The 6-digit IMPA (Marine Stores Guide) and ISSA coding frameworks represent the global maritime procurement standard, eliminating linguistic ambiguity during vessel provisioning in ports worldwide.

Our comprehensive database covers over 40,000 product specifications: rigging hardware, pneumatic tools, valves, pipe couplings, jointing packings, safety equipment, and galley stores complete with standardized units of measurement and item preview images.

Core Maritime Stores Categories:

Deck & Rigging Department: Groups 21xxxx (Ropes & Cordage), 23xxxx (Rigging equipment, shackles, turnbuckles), 79xxxx (Marine paints & brushes).
Engine & Mechanical Stores: Groups 59xxxx (Pneumatic & Electrical tools), 61xxxx (Hand tools), 73xxxx (Hardware, bolts, nuts), 75xxxx (Valves & pipes).
Safety & Life Saving Appliances (LSA/FFE): Groups 33xxxx (Safety equipment, pyrotechnics, SCBA, immersion suits, gas detectors, IMO signs).
Galley & Hotel Provisions: Groups 17xxxx (Tableware & galley utensils), 15xxxx (Cloth & linen products, protective workwear).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

How does the 6-digit IMPA numbering system work?

The first 2 digits specify the broad department category (e.g., 23 for Rigging), the middle 2 digits narrow down the sub-type, and the final 2 digits indicate specific physical dimensions, thread types, or capacities.

How to generate a Requisition Order for ship chandlers?

Use the live search to locate your required spares, click "+ Add to Requisition", and use the floating requisition bar to copy the formatted text directly into your vessel requisition email or PMS procurement sheet.