This information collection requires
that sponsors of each new animal drug that contains an
antimicrobial agent submit an annual report to FDA on the amount of
each antimicrobial active ingredient in the drug that is sold or
distributed for use in food-producing animals, including
information on any distributor-labeled product. Its purpose is to
ensure that the FDA has the necessary information to examine safety
concerns related to the use of antibiotics in food-producing
animals.
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.