This ICR requires animal food
manufacturers to declare on the animal food label the presence of
certified and noncertified color additives in their animal food
products. The animal food labeling regulation at 21 CFR 501.22(k)
is consistent with the regulations requiring the declaration of
color additives on human food labels. The purpose of the labeling
is to provide animal owners with information on the color additives
used in animal food. Animal owners use the information to become
knowledgeable about the foods they purchase for their animals.
Color additive information enables a consumer to comparison shop
and to avoid substances to which their animals may be
sensitive.
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.