The 8th Edition of the Marine Stores Guide categorizes products into over 30 main sections: IMPA Code Search by ShipServ
The IMPA coding system uses a hierarchical six-digit structure to ensure clarity across language barriers in the global shipping industry:
An "extra quality" Excel list typically refers to the high-utility version provided by IMPA, which offers several advantages over static PDF or physical book formats: impa code list excel extra quality
Represents the general product category (e.g., 3 for Deck Equipment).
This structure allows ship owners, managers, and suppliers to identify precisely what they need, from a "pressure sprayer" (550203) to a "wire brush" (610104). Benefits of the Extra Quality Excel Format The 8th Edition of the Marine Stores Guide
Users can quickly find items using built-in Excel filters or search functions rather than flipping through a 1,500-page book.
High-quality digital lists include detailed product descriptions, units of measure (UOM), and sometimes even major manufacturer comparison tables. Core IMPA Code Categories Provides the unique identification for an individual item
Identify the specific product group within that category. Digits 4-5: Specify the sub-group.
Provides the unique identification for an individual item.