OMB approves this collection for three years. For the next approval cycle, please report on the implementation of the automated certificate system for FV-6 and whether this has reduced burden for respondents.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/2009
05/31/2009
06/30/2006
5,362
0
15,024
907
0
2,550
0
0
0
Exemptions for specified imported commodities from grade, size, quality, and maturity requirements require certain safeguard procedures. Importers and receivers of exempt commodities must complete a form to certify that the exempt shipment will only be used for exempt purposes.
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.
Specified Commodities Imported into the United States Exempt from Import Requirements, 7 CFR Parts 944, 990, and 999