CBP Seeks Comments on In-Bond Merchandise Info Collection
CBP is requesting comments by Nov. 18 for an existing information collection on forms for manifest and transportation entry for cargo moving under bond . CBP proposes to extend the expiration date of this information collection with no change to the burden hours.
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CBP Forms 7512 and 7512A
CBP Forms 7512 and 7512A are used by carriers and brokers to serve as the manifest and transportation entry for cargo moving under bond within the U.S. These forms provide documentation that CBP uses for enforcement, targeting, and protection of revenue. Forms 7512 and 7512A collect information such as the names of the importer and consignee; a description of the merchandise moving in-bond; and the ports of lading and unlading.
CBP Estimates 6,200 Respondent Businesses
CBP estimates there will be 6,200 respondent businesses per year and 871 responses per respondent. The estimated time per respondent is 10 minutes and the total annual hours are estimated to be 896,400..
Comments Requested on Ways to Minimize Burden, Etc.
CBP is asking for comments from the general public and other federal agencies on (a) whether the 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 estimates of the burden of the collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to be collected; (d) ways to minimize the burden, including the use of automated collection techniques or the use of other forms of information technology; and (e) the annual costs burden to respondents or record keepers from the collection of information (a total of capital/startup costs and operations and maintenance costs).
CBP Contact -- Tracey Denning (202) 325-0265
(Federal Register 09/18/13)