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EPA Requests Public Comment on Renewal of Information Collection for Confidential Business Information Claims under TSCA

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on the renewal of its information collection request (ICR) for Confidential Business Information (CBI) Claims under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics - Purpose: - Renewal of regulatory information collection for CBI claims under TSCA - Covers assertion, maintenance, and review of business confidentiality claims - Scope and Requirements: - No procurement of products or services; this is a regulatory notice - Entities affected are identified by NAICS codes - Estimated 1,504 respondents - Annual burden: 623 hours - Estimated annual cost: $53,050 - Includes EPA form numbers: PFN771056, 6300017, 771025, 9600010, and others - Requirements for maintaining contact information and procedures for EPA communication - Option to extend confidentiality claims for up to 10 additional years - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors mentioned; not a procurement opportunity - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Regulatory focus on business confidentiality - Time limitations and extension options for CBI claims - Maintenance of submitter contact information

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR) concerning Confidential Business Information Claims under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. This is a proposed extension of the ICR, currently approved through August 31, 2026. The notice allows for an additional 30 days for public comments, with a deadline of September 28, 2026. The ICR addresses the assertion and maintenance of claims of business confidentiality under TSCA, including EPA review, submitter maintenance, and time limitations for claims.

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