EXPORTERS (GOVERNMENT AND NONGOVERNMENT) FILE SHIPPER"S EXPORT DECLARATION (SEDS) FOR SHIPMENTS FROM THE UNITED STATES. DATA REPORTE ON THE SEDS ARE USED TO COMPILE THE OFFICIAL U.S. EXPORT STATISTICS. THE NEW DATA ITEMS ARE BEING REQUIRED AT THE REQUEST OF DATA USERS. SECTIONS 301-307, CHAPTER 9, TITLE 13, UNITED STATES CODE, AUTHORIZE THE SECRETARY TO COLLECT EXPORT DATA.
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.