OFFICIAL 2026 SENIAT TARIFF GUIDE

Tariffs & Permits to Import
Safety Footwear & Industrial PPE

COVENIN / SENCAMER Quality Standards for Personal Protective Equipment (Chapters 64 & 65).

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SENIAT Ad-Valorem15%Per CIF HS Code
Customs Service Fee1%On CIF Value
Import VAT16%Taxable Base
Clearance Time24 – 48 HoursPort of La Guaira / Maiquetía

Key Customs HS Codes for Safety Footwear & Industrial PPE

Homologated customs classification per Venezuela Common External Tariff (MERCOSUR / ALADI).

HS CodeProduct DescriptionAd-ValoremSENIAT FeeIVARequired Permits
6403.40.00Footwear incorporating a protective metal toe-cap15%1%16%COVENIN SENCAMER Safety Standard

Clearance Simulation

Sample calculation for a $35,000 USD CIF shipment

Shipment CIF Value:$35,000 USD
Ad-Valorem (15%):+$5,250 USD
SENIAT Fee (1%):+$350 USD
Taxable Base for VAT:$40,600 USD
Import VAT (16%):+$6,496 USD
Total Estimated Duties:$12,096 USD

Required Documentation

Mandatory legal dossier for SENIAT clearance

  • COVENIN Standard Compliance Certificate
  • SENCAMER Registration
  • DAV
Legal & Fiscal Disclaimer

This tool provides an automated estimation based on general product descriptions. The results are strictly for informational purposes. Contucarga Agentes de Aduana assumes no fiscal or legal liability for decisions made using this tool. Final customs duties are determined by the SENIAT upon physical inspection. For legally binding classification, always use our Professional Classification Service.

Frequently Asked Questions on Safety Footwear & Industrial PPE Imports

Does steel-toe footwear have differentiated tariff treatment?

It is classified under HS 6403.40 with 15% duty and requires COVENIN impact certification.

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