Section 801(m) of the Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act (21 U.S.C.381(m) requires that FDA receive prior notice for food, including food for animals, that is imported or offered for import into the United States. This information collection supports the requirements for submitting prior notice under agency regulations. Advance notice of imported food allows FDA, with the support of the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (CBP), to target import inspections more effectively and help protect the nations' food supply against terrorist acts and other public health emergencies. Respondents to this collection are manufacturers, packers, and distributors of food products.
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.