This canvass collects data on annual
clinker production, cement production, sales use, as well as on kin
capacities and fuel and raw material consumption. The canvass has
been modified to request more detailed information on sales of
blended cements and to allow differentiation of raw materials
consumed in manufacturing steps through the production of clinker
from those consumed subsequently in making finished cement. Also,
the instructions have been expanded and clarified.
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.