Under 18 USC 842 (f), ATF requires inventory records of explosive materials kept by licensees and permittees in order to determine whether any unlawful diversions of explosive materials have occurred. The records show the explosive material inventories of those persons engaged in various activities within the explosives industry and are used by the government as initial figures from which an audit trail can be developed during the course of a compliance inspection or criminal investigation.
US Code:
18 USC Chapter 40
Name of Law: Importation of Manufacture Distribution and Storage of Explosives
The adjustments to this collection is due to a decrease in the number of respondents.
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Uncollected
Anita Scheddel 202 648-7158
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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.
27 CFR 555.122.pdf
TITLE 18USC 842.doc
Inventories, Licensed Explosives Importers, Manufacturers, Dealers, and Permitees