This information collection supports FDA import operations and regulations in 21 CFR part 1, subparts D & E. The regulations describe reporting elements that must be submitted for FDA-regulated products being imported into the United States, and related recordkeeping.
This rulemaking incorporates both one-time and recurring burden for specific data elements. This results in an additional 50,549 responses and 631 hours annually to the information collection.
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.