BIS Seeks Comments on Statement by Ultimate Consignee and Purchaser Info Collection
The Bureau of Industry and Security is requesting comments by March 12, 2012, on an existing information collection concerning the Statement by Ultimate Consignee and Purchaser. BIS is proposing to extend the expiration date of this information collection. BIS sources have stated via email that this is a routine extension, without change, of the existing information collection.
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Form BIS-711, or Statement, is Required for Exports to Certain Countries
This collection of information is necessary under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The EAR states that the Form BIS-711, or a statement on company letterhead (statement), is required for exports to certain countries. These documents provide information on the foreign importer receiving the U.S. technology and how the technology will be utilized. The BIS-711 or statement provides assurances from the importer that the technology will not be misused, transferred or reexported in violation of the EAR. A copy of the statement must be submitted with the license application if the country of ultimate destination is listed in certain country groups of Supplement No. 1 to 15 CFR Part 740. The Form BIS-711 or statement puts the importer on notice of the special nature of the goods proposed for export and conveys a commitment against illegal disposition. In order to effectively control commodities, BIS must have sufficient information regarding the end-use and end-user of the U.S. origin commodities to be exported. The information will assist the licensing officer in making the proper decision on whether to approve or reject the application for the license.
BIS Estimates 286 Respondents, 16 Minutes per Response
BIS estimates there are 286 respondents. BIS estimates the time per response to be 16 minutes, for a total annual burden of 76 hours.
Comments Requested on Ways to Minimize Burden, Etc.
BIS invites comments on: (a) whether the proposed collection of information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency, including whether the information shall have practical utility; (b) the accuracy of the agency's estimate of the burden (including hours and cost) of the proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the collection of information on respondents, including through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of information technology.
BIS Contact -- Larry Hall (202)482-4895
(FR Pub 01/11/12)