Notice2026-11009
Agency Forms Undergoing Paperwork Reduction Act Review
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Published
June 2, 2026
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Health and Human Services DepartmentCenters for Disease Control and Prevention
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[Federal Register Volume 91, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 2, 2026)]
[Notices]
[Pages 32976-32977]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2026-11009]
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
[30Day-26-0338]
Agency Forms Undergoing Paperwork Reduction Act Review
In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted the information
collection request titled ``Annual Submission of the Ingredients Added
to, and the Quantity of Nicotine Contained in, Smokeless Tobacco
Manufactured, Imported, or Packaged in the U.S.'' to the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. CDC previously
published a ``Proposed Data Collection Submitted for Public Comment and
Recommendations'' notice on September 9, 2025, to obtain comments from
the public and affected agencies. CDC did not receive any public
comments in response to this notice. This notice serves to allow an
additional 30 days for public and affected agency comments.
CDC will accept all comments for this proposed information
collection project. The Office of Management and Budget is particularly
interested in comments that:
(a) Evaluate whether the proposed collection of information is
necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the agency,
including whether the information will have practical utility;
(b) Evaluate the accuracy of the agencies estimate of the burden of
the proposed collection of information, including the validity of the
methodology and assumptions used;
(c) Enhance the quality, utility, and clarity of the information to
be collected;
(d) Minimize the burden of the collection of information on those
who are to respond, including, through the use of appropriate
automated, electronic, mechanical, or other technological collection
techniques or other forms of information technology, e.g., permitting
electronic submission of responses; and
(e) Assess information collection costs.
To request additional information on the proposed project or to
obtain a copy of the information collection plan and instruments, call
(404) 639-7570. Comments and recommendations for the proposed
information collection should be sent within 30 days of publication of
this notice to <a href="http://www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain">www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain</a>. Find this particular
information collection by selecting ``Currently under 30-day Review--
Open for Public Comments'' or by using the search function. Direct
written comments and/or suggestions regarding the items contained in
this notice to the Attention: CDC Desk Officer, Office of Management
and Budget, 725 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20503 or by fax to (202)
395-5806. Provide written comments within 30 days of notice
publication.
Proposed Project
Annual Submission of the Ingredients Added to, and the Quantity of
Nicotine Contained in, Smokeless Tobacco Manufactured, Imported, or
Packaged in the U.S. (OMB Control No. 0920-0338)--Reinstatement without
Change--National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health
Promotion (NCCDPHP), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Background and Brief Description
Smokeless tobacco products (SLT) are associated with many health
problems. Using smokeless tobacco can lead to nicotine addiction;
causes cancer of the mouth, esophagus, and pancreas; is associated with
diseases of the mouth; can increase risks for early delivery and
stillbirth when used during pregnancy; can cause nicotine poisoning in
children; and may increase the risk for death from heart disease and
stroke.
The CDC's Office on Smoking and Health (OSH) has the primary
responsibility for the HHS smoking and health program. As required by
the Comprehensive Smokeless Tobacco Health Education Act of 1986
(CSTHEA, 15 U.S.C. 4401 et seq., Pub. L. 99-252), CDC collects a list
of ingredients added to tobacco in the manufacture of smokeless tobacco
products and a specification of the quantity of nicotine contained in
each product. HHS has delegated responsibility for implementing the
required information collection to CDC's OSH. Respondents are
manufacturers, packagers, or importers (or their representatives) of
smokeless tobacco products. Respondents are not required to submit
specific forms. However, they are required to meet reporting guidelines
and to submit the ingredient report by chemical name and Chemical
Abstract Service (CAS) Registration Number, consistent with accepted
reporting practices for other companies that are required to report
ingredients added to other consumer products. Typically, respondents
submit a summary report to CDC with the ingredient information for
multiple products, or a statement that there are no changes to their
previously submitted ingredient report. Respondents may submit the
required information to CDC through a designated representative. The
information collection is subject to strict confidentiality provisions.
Ingredient reports for new SLT products are due at the time of
first importation. Thereafter, ingredient reports are due annually on
March 31. Information is submitted to CDC by mailing a written report
on the respondent's letterhead, by CD, three-inch floppy disk, or thumb
drive. Electronic mail submissions are not accepted. Annual submission
reports are mailed to Attention: FCLAA Program Manager, Office on
Smoking and Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and
Health Promotion, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 4770
Buford Highway, NE, MS S107-7, Atlanta, GA 30341-3717.
Upon receipt and verification of the annual nicotine and ingredient
report, CDC issues a Certificate of Compliance to the respondent. As
deemed appropriate by the Secretary of HHS, HHS is authorized to use
the information to report to Congress the health effects of
ingredients, research activities related to the health effects of
ingredients, and other information that the Secretary determines to be
of public interest.
CDC requests OMB approval for an estimated 18,843 annual burden
hours. There are no costs to respondents other than their time.
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Estimated Annualized Burden Hours
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Number of Average burden
Type of respondents Form name Number of responses per per response
respondents respondent (in hours)
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Smokeless Tobacco Manufacturers, SLT Nicotine and 11 1 1,713
Packagers, and Importers. Ingredient and Report.
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Jeffrey M. Zirger,
Lead, Information Collection Review Office, Office of Public Health
Ethics and Regulations, Office of Science, Centers for Disease Control
and Prevention.
[FR Doc. 2026-11009 Filed 6-1-26; 8:45 am]
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