The FDA has amended device labeling
requirements under 21 CFR 801 to include 21 CFR 801.435. This
section requires that expiration labeling for latex condoms be
displayed with an expiration date based on physical and mechanical
testing, performed after exposing the product to varying conditions
that age latex. The effectiveness of latex condoms as a barrier to
the transmission of infectious agents is dependent upon the
integrity of the latex material. The information and records
generated under this regulation will be used to establish an
expiration date that will inform consumers when the product should
no longer be used.
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.