OMB clearance is being sought for two
questionnaires to be used in connection with a survey to gather
information regarding "Made in USA" and other country of origin
claims. On July 11, 1995, the FTC announced that it is reexamining
its long-standing standard in this area -- that a manufacturer can
make an unqualified "Made in USA" claim only if the product is
"wholly of domestic origin." The proposed survey is necessary to
assist the FTC in evaluating its existing standard and in
formulating a new standard if appropriate.
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.