CBP Seeks Comments on Detention Notice Info Collection
CBP is requesting comments by May 27 for an existing information collection for notices of detentions. CBP proposes to extend the expiration date of this information collection with no change to the burden hours.
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Detention Notice
CBP may detain merchandise when it has reasonable suspicion that the subject merchandise may be inadmissible but requires more information to make a positive determination. If CBP decides to detain merchandise, a Notice of Detention is sent to the importer or to the importer’s broker/agent no later than 5 business days from the date of examination stating that merchandise has been detained, the reason for the detention, and the anticipated length of the detention. The recipient of this notice may respond by providing information to CBP in order to facilitate the determination for admissibility, or may ask for an extension of time to bring the merchandise into compliance. The information assists CBP in making a determination whether to seize, deny entry of, or release detained goods into the commerce.
CBP Expects 1,350 Responses
CBP estimates there will be 1,350 respondents per year. The estimated time per respondent is 2 hours and the total annual hours are estimated to be 2,700.
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 03/27/14)