This ICR is
approved for two years to cover the update period plus additional
time to follow up with respondents. EPA has done a very good job
responding to OMB's comments. However, we question whether the
changes in the chemicals produced and site of production are
"significant" between update intervals and thus possibly justify
more frequent updates. An increase (or decrease) of 50% is lost in
the uncertainty of Agency risk assessments. EPA should be prepared
to provide more extensive justification if it plans to shorten the
interv between updates (i.e. less than four years). EPA should
continue to compare changes in production and site information
between updates (i.e. 1990 and 1994).
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
05/31/1995
05/31/1995
2,488
0
0
28,962
0
0
0
0
0
MANUFACTURERS (EXCEPT SMALL
MANUFACTURERS) OF REPORTABLE SUBSTANCES REPORT CURRENT PRODUCTION
VOLUME AND PLANT SITE DATA. REPORTING IS REQUIRED EVERY 4 YEARS.
EPA WILL USE THE DATA TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF
TSCA.
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.