NVIC 13-82: Cross references between IMO Chemical Code and Part 153
Last reviewed: October 14, 2026
This Coast Guard circular publishes updated cross reference lists between the 1980 edition of the IMO Chemical Code and 46 CFR Part 153. The lists show equivalent sections in each direction. The circular cancels Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78.
What it says
This circular publishes updated cross reference lists between the 1980 edition of the IMO Chemical Code, Resolution A.212, and 46 CFR Part 153.
“This Circular publishes updated cross reference lists between the 1980 edition of the”
Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78 is canceled.
“Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78 is canceled.”
Part 153 was developed primarily from the IMO Chemical Code and contains standards that are equivalent to specific sections in the IMO Chemical Code.
“Part 153 was developed primarily from the IMO Chemical Code and contains standards that are equivalent to specific sections in the IMO Chemical Code.”
Enclosures (1) and (2) are designed to aid Coast Guard field offices and members of industry when they compare the standards of Part 153 with those of the IMO Chemical Code.
“are designed to aid Coast Guard field offices and members of industry when comparing the”
Common questions
What does NVIC 13-82 cancel?
It cancels Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78.
“Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78 is canceled.”
Why were the cross reference lists updated?
The IMO Chemical Code and Part 153 have been extensively amended since NVC 3-78 was published.
“Since the publication of NVC 3-78, the IMO Chemical Code and Part 153 have”
How was 46 CFR Part 153 developed?
Part 153 was developed primarily from the IMO Chemical Code. It contains standards equivalent to specific sections in that Code.
“Part 153 was developed primarily from the IMO Chemical Code and”
The text of NVIC 13-82
U.S. Coast Guard, NVIC 13-82 (main body; enclosures not shown)
Cross Reference List Between the IMO Chemical Code and 46 CFR Part 153
NVC 13-82 24 JUN1982 NAVIGATION AND VESSEL INSPECTION CIRCULAR No. 13-82 Electronic Version for Distribution Via the World Wide Web Subj: Cross Reference List Between the IMO Chemical Code and 46 CFR Part 153
Cross Reference List Between the IMO Chemical Code and 46 CFR Part 153 — PURPOSE. This Circular publishes updated cross reference lists between the 1980 edition of the
International Maritime Organization (IMO; formerly IMCO) Code for the Construction and Equipment of Ships Carrying Dangerous Chemicals in Bulk (IMO Chemical Code), Resolution A.212, and 46 CFR Part 153, Safety Rules for Self-Propelled Vessels Carrying Hazardous Liquids.
Cross Reference List Between the IMO Chemical Code and 46 CFR Part 153 — DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78 is canceled.
DIRECTIVES AFFECTED. Navigation and Vessel Inspection Circular No.3-78 is canceled.
Cross Reference List Between the IMO Chemical Code and 46 CFR Part 153 — DISCUSSION. Since the publication of NVC 3-78, the IMO Chemical Code and Part 153 have
been extensively amended. Part 153 was developed primarily from the IMO Chemical Code and contains standards that are equivalent to specific sections in the IMO Chemical Code. Enclosures (1) and (2) are the updated cross reference lists of equivalent sections for 46 CFR Part 153, as amended, to the IMO Chemical Code, and from the Code to Part 153, respectively. Enclosures (1) and (2) are designed to aid Coast Guard field offices and members of industry when comparing the standards of Part 153 with those of the IMO Chemical Code. Encl: (1) Cross Reference List of Equivalent Requirements from 46 CFR Part 153 to the IMO Chemical Code (2) Cross Reference List of Equivalent Requirements from the IMO Chemical Code to 46 CFR Part 153 Non-Standard Distribution: Ce: Baltimore (75); San Francisco, Mobile, Pittsburgh, Providence, Norfolk, Boston (50); Galveston (30); Cleveland, Sturgeon Bay, Portland, OR (25); San Diego, Savannah, Buffalo, Corpus Christi (20); Tampa, Yaldez, Milwaukee, Louisville, Detroit, Toledo, Nashville, Anchorage (15); Portland, ME, Duluth, Charleston, Huntington, Minneapolis-St. Paul (Dubuque), San Juan, Miami (10); Juneau, Cincinnati, Memphis, Wilmington, Paducah (5) extra Cm: New Orleans (250); New York (200); Seattle (100); Houston (50); Terminal Is. (LA-LB), Philadelphia (40) extra Em: New London, Houma (30); Ludington (8) extra En: Ketchikan, Lake Charles, Kenai, Kodiak (5) extra List CG-12; ZTC-68
Sections it refers to
- 46 CFR Part 153
- NVIC 3-78
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