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DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission

[Docket No. AD08-5-000]

Compliance Workshop; Second and Final Notice of Workshop on
Regulatory Compliance

June 25, 2008.
    As noticed in the ``First Notice of Workshop on Regulatory
Compliance,'' the staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
(Commission) will hold a workshop on July 8, 2008, in the Commission
Meeting Room at the Commission's Washington, DC headquarters, 888 First
Street, NE. Please note that the starting and ending times of the
conference have been changed to provide further opportunity for
discussion. The workshop will now begin at 9 a.m. and end at 1 p.m.
Eastern Daylight time. This workshop will provide a forum for
interested participants to share perspectives and information on
federal energy regulatory compliance. The workshop will focus, in
particular, on the elements of a sound compliance program. One or more
of the Commissioners may attend the workshop.
    As indicated in the previous notice, issued May 21, 2008, this
notice provides more information on the format of the workshop and the
topics to be explored. For this information, please see the attached
Agenda and the detailed panel descriptions below.
    The workshop will consist of two panels, which will be introduced
and moderated by Commission staff. The first panel, entitled
``Designing and Developing a Compliance Program,'' will include
executives from three companies, two that are currently in the process
of designing FERC-related compliance programs for their respective
companies and one who is from a consulting firm that specializes in
assisting energy firms to develop effective compliance programs. These
panelists' presentations may address the following topics:
     Identifying and prioritizing risks;
     Integrating FERC compliance with other regulatory
requirements (e.g., Securities and Exchange Commission, Commodity
Futures Trading Commission, Department of Justice, and Federal Trade
Commission);
     Developing an appropriate organizational structure that
ensures the independence of compliance personnel;
     Tying management and employee incentives/compensation to
achieving certain compliance targets;
     Developing a training program and manuals that address the
applicable Commission requirements;
     Designing recordkeeping and retention policies;
     Establishing accountability/reporting systems;
     Committing adequate resources to compliance (i.e. funding
and personnel); and,
     Other topics as identified by the panelists or the
audience.
    The second panel, entitled ``Implementing and Maintaining a
Compliance Program,'' will include compliance officers from three
companies that represent the gas, electric, and financial industries.
These compliance officers have been involved in the implementation and
maintenance of FERC-related compliance programs at

their respective companies. These panelists' presentations may address
the following topics:
     Internal reporting of possible non-compliance (e.g.,
internal Hotline);
     Leadership and commitment by senior management;
     Periodic internal audits, compliance monitoring, and
reporting to the Board;
     Ongoing employee training;
     Ongoing monitoring and communication of regulatory changes
to line personnel;
     Ensuring that all contracts are subject to an
organization's internal legal review and approval process;
     Periodic assessment of the organization's compliance
policies and training materials;
     Promoting effective communication between operations and
compliance personnel;
     Self-reporting potential violations; and,
     Other topics as identified by the panelists or the
audience.
    Each panel will be immediately followed by an open mike discussion,
during which those in attendance may pose questions directly to the
panelists or comment on the presentations via a microphone in the
Commission Meeting Room. Audience members are also encouraged to
provide additional information to augment the panelists' presentations.
    As stated previously, this workshop will neither be web-cast nor
transcribed. All interested parties are invited, and registration is
not required to attend.
    Commission conferences are accessible under section 508 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973. For accessibility accommodations please
send an e-mail to<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or call toll free 1-866-208-
3372 (voice) or<PHONE_NUMBER> (TTY), or send a FAX to<PHONE_NUMBER> with
the required accommodations.

Kimberly D. Bose,
Secretary.

Agenda

9-9:10 a.m. Opening Remarks
9:10-10:30 a.m. Designing/Developing a Compliance Program
    Howard Friedman, Senior Manager, Regulatory & Capital Markets
Consulting Energy & Resources, Deloitte & Touche LLP.
    Michael Berry, Compliance Manager, Integrated Supply and Trading,
BP North America.
    Jeff Guldner, Vice President, Rates and Regulation, Arizona Public
Service Company.
10:30-11 a.m. Open Mike Discussion: Comments and Questions from the
Audience
11-11:10 a.m. Break
11:10-12:30 p.m. Implementing and Maintaining a Compliance Program
    Kendal Bowman, Associate General Counsel, Progress Energy.
    Steve Phillips, Director, Compliance and Ethics, E.ON U.S. LLC.
    Ike Gibbs, Compliance Director and Assistant General Counsel, J.P.
Morgan.
12:30-1 p.m. Open Mike Discussion: Comments and Questions from the
Audience

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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Federal Aviation Administration

Office of Commercial Space Transportation (AST); Notice of
Availability of the Final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of
No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Launch and Reentry of
SpaceShipTwo Reusable Suborbital Rockets at the Mojave Air and Space
Port

AGENCY: Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), lead Federal agency and
United States Air Force and National Aeronautics and Space
Administration, cooperating agencies, DOT.

ACTIONS:  Notice of Availability of Final EA and FONSI.

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SUMMARY: In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of
1969, as amended (NEPA; 42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.), Council on
Environmental Quality NEPA implementing regulations (40 Code of Federal
Regulations parts 1500 to 1508), and FAA Order 1050.1E, Change 1, the
FAA is announcing the availability of the Final EA and FONSI for the
Launch and Reentry of SpaceShipTwo Reusable Suborbital Rockets at the
Mojave Air and Space Port.
    The Final EA was prepared to analyze the potential environmental
impacts of issuing experimental permits and/or launch licenses to
operate SpaceShipTwo reusable suborbital rockets and WhiteKnightTwo
carrier aircraft at the Mojave Air and Space Port in Mojave,
California. Under the Proposed Action, the FAA would issue experimental
permits and/or launch licenses to multiple operators for the operation
of SpaceShipTwo and WhiteKnightTwo at the Mojave Air and Space Port.
Both WhiteKnightTwo and SpaceShipTwo would be piloted during
operations. The Mojave Air and Space Port comprises an area of
approximately 3,000 acres in Kern County, California, and is east of
the unincorporated town of Mojave. The Final EA addresses the potential
environmental impacts of implementing the Proposed Action and the No
Action Alternative of not issuing an experimental permit and/or launch
license for the operation of SpaceShipTwo and WhiteKnightTwo at the
Mojave Air and Space Port.
    The FAA has posted the Final EA and FONSI on the FAA/AST Web site:
http://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/ast/environmental/review/permits/. A paper copy of the Final EA and FONSI
may be reviewed during regular business hours at the following
locations:
    Edwards AFB Base Library, 95 SPTG/SVMG, 5 West Yeager Blvd.,
Building 2665, Edwards AFB, CA 93524-1295.
    Kern County Library, Boron Branch, 26967 20 Mule Team Road, Boron,
CA 93516.
    Kern County Library, California City Branch, 9507 California City
Boulevard, California City, CA 93505.
    Kern County Library, Kernville Branch, 48 Tobias Street, Kernville,
CA 93238.
    Kern County Library, Mojave Branch, 16916-1/2 Highway 14, Mojave,
CA 93501.
    Kern County Library, Ridgecrest Branch, 131 East Las Flores Avenue,
Ridgecrest, CA 93555.
    Kern County Library, Tehachapi Branch, 450 West F Street,
Tehachapi, CA 93561.
    Kern County Library, Wofford Heights Branch, 6400-B Wofford
Boulevard, Wofford Heights, CA 93285.
    Kern River Valley Library, 7054 Lake Isabella Boulevard, Lake
Isabella, CA 93240.
    Kern River Valley Library, Wanda Kirk Branch (Rosamond), 3611
Rosamond Boulevard, Rosamond, CA 93560.
    Additional Information: Under the Proposed Action, the FAA would
issue experimental permits and/or launch licenses for the operation of
SpaceShipTwo and WhiteKnightTwo at the Mojave Air and Space Port in
Mojave, CA. The Proposed Action does not include any construction
activities. The Mojave Air and Space Port's existing infrastructure
would be used for takeoff and landing activities. Experimental permits
would be valid for one year. Launch licenses would be valid for two
years. The FAA could renew experimental permits and launch licenses if
requested, in writing, by the permitees at least 60 days before the
permit expires, and/or by the licensees at least 90 days before the
license expires. The Final EA assumes that the FAA could issue either
new or renewed experimental permits and/or launch licenses. For
purposes of analyzing environmental impacts in the Final EA, the FAA
developed a conservative set of assumptions regarding the possible
number of launches and reentries that could be conducted under any one
experimental permit and/or launch license for the SpaceShipTwo at the
Mojave Air and Space Port. The FAA has assumed a maximum of up to 30
total launches and reentries per year of SpaceShipTwo for a total of up
to 150 launches and reentries of SpaceShipTwo between 2012 and 2016.
This estimation is a conservative number and considers potential
multiple launches per day and potential launch aborts.
    The only alternative to the Proposed Action analyzed in the Final
EA is the No Action Alternative. Under the No Action Alternative, the
FAA would not issue experimental permits and/or launch licenses for the
operation of SpaceShipTwo and WhiteKnightTwo from the Mojave Air and
Space Port. Existing operations at Mojave Air and Space Port would
continue.

    The resource areas considered in the Final EA include air quality;
biological resources (including fish, wildlife, and plants);
historical, architectural, archaeological, and cultural resources;
hazardous materials, pollution prevention, and solid waste; health and
safety; land use (including Department of Transportation Section 4(f)
properties); light emissions and visual resources; noise and compatible
land use; socioeconomic resources, environmental justice, and
children's environmental health and safety; and cumulative impacts.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  Mr. Daniel Czelusniak, Environmental
Program Lead, Office of Commercial Space Transportation, Federal
Aviation Administration, 800 Independence Avenue SW., Room 325,
Washington, DC 20591; email<EMAIL_ADDRESS>or phone (202)
267-5924;.

    Issued in Washington, DC on: May 1, 2012.
 Michael McElligott,
Manager, Space Transportation Development Division.
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69003 Federal Register / Vol. 67, No. 220 / Thursday, November 14, 2002 / Notices test systems and other scientifically relevant information, to determine whether certain substances may have hormonal effects in humans. In 1996, EPA chartered a scientific advisory committee, the Endocrine Disruptor Screening and Testing Advisory Committee ( EDSTAC), under the authority of the Federal Advisory Committee Act ( FACA ) to advise it on establishing a program to carry out Congress' directive. EDSTAC recommended a multi step approach including a series of screens ( Tier I Screens) and tests ( Tier II Tests) for determining whether a chemical substance may have an effect similar to that produced by naturally occurring hormones. EPA adopted many of EDSTAC's recommendations in the program that it developed, the EDSP, to carry out Congress' directive. EDSTAC also recognized that there currently are no validated testing systems for determining whether a chemical may have an effect in humans that is similar to an effect produced by naturally occurring hormones. Consequently, EPA is in the process of developing and validating the screens and tests that EDSTAC recommended for inclusion in the EDSP. In carrying out this validation exercise, EPA is working closely with, and adhering to the principles of the Interagency Coordinating Committee for the Validation of Alternate Methods ( ICCVAM). EPA also is working closely with the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's ( OECD) Endocine Testing and Assessment Task Force to validate and harmonize endocrine screening tests of international interest. Finally, to ensure that EPA has the best and most up to date advice available regarding the validation of the screens and tests in the EDSP, EPA recently chartered EDMVS of the NACEPT. EDMVS provides independent advice and counsel to the Agency through NACEPT, on scientific and technical issues related to validation of the EDSP Tier I screens and Tier II tests, including advice on methods for reducing animal use, refining procedures involving animals to make them less stressful, and replacing animals where scientifically appropriate. EDMVS has met five times since its establishment in September 2001. The objectives of the October 2001 meeting ( docket control number OPPTS   42212D) were for EPA to provide: 1. An overview of EPA's EDSP. 2. Background information on test protocol validation and approaches. 3. For the EDMVS to develop a clear understanding of their scope, purpose and operating procedures. 4. For the EDMVS and the EDSP to determine the next steps. The objectives of the December 2001 meeting ( docket control number OPPTS   42212E) were for the EDMVS to provide input and advice on: 1. EDMVS's mission statement and work plan. 2. The in utero through lactation assay detailed review paper. 3. The pubertal assay study design for the multi dose and chemical array protocols. 4. The mammalian 1 generation study design. The objectives of the March 2002 meeting ( docket control number OPPTS   42212F) were for the EDMS to provide input and advice on: 1. EDSP's implementation process and practical aspects of validation. 2. The in utero through lactation assay protocol. 3. The fish reproduction assay detailed review paper. 4. Special studies on fathead minnow assays, vitellogenin assay, and avian dosing protocol. 5. The steroidogenesis detailed review paper. 6. The aromatase detailed review paper. 7. A proposed standard suite of chemicals for testing in the Tier I screening assay. 8. The current efforts related to evaluating the relevance of animal data to human health. 9. EPA's approach to addressing lowdose issues. The objective of the June 2002 teleconference meeting ( docket ID number OPPT   2002   0020) was for the EDMVS to provide input and advice on the steroidogenesis detailed review paper. The objectives of the July 2002 meeting ( docket ID number OPPT 2002   0029) were: 1. To review criteria, recommended by EDSTAC and adopted by EDSP for screens. 2. To receive an update on the NICEATM estrogen and androgen receptor binding efforts. 3. To discuss and provide advice on general dose setting issues, and to provide comments and advice on:   A pubertals   special study   restricted feeding.   A mammalian 2 generation   draft PTU special study.   An amphibian metamorphosis detailed review paper.   An invertebrate detailed review paper. III. Meeting Objectives for the December 2002 Teleconference Meeting The objective of the December 2002 teleconference meeting ( docket ID number OPPT   2002   0059) is for the EDMVS to provide input and advice on the Tier II fish lifecycle assay detailed review paper. A list of the EDMVS members and meeting materials are available on our Web site ( http:// www. epa. gov/ scipoly/ oscpendo/ edmvs. htm), and in the EPA Docket.

List of Subjects Environmental protection, Endocrine disruptors.

Dated: November 4, 2002. Joseph Merenda, Director, Office of Science Coordination and Policy, Office of Prevention, Pesticides and Toxic Substances. [ FR Doc. 02   28910 Filed 11   13   02; 8: 45 am]

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Alpha cyclodextrin, Beta cyclodextrin, and Gamma cyclodextrin; Notice of Filing a Pesticide Petition to Establish an Exemption from the Requirement of a Tolerance AGENCY: Environmental Protection Agency ( EPA). ACTION: Notice.

SUMMARY: This notice announces the initial filing of a pesticide petition proposing the establishment of regulations for residues of alphacyclodextrin beta cyclodextrin, and gamma cyclodextrin in or on various food commodities. DATES: Comments, identified by docket ID number OPP   2002   0294, must be received on or before December 16, 2002.

ADDRESSES: Comments may be submitted electronically, by mail, or through hand delivery/ courier. Follow the detailed instructions as provided in Unit I. of the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Treva Alston, Minor Use, Inerts, and Emergency Reponse Branch, Registration Division ( 7505W), Office of Pesticide Programs, Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460   0001; telephone number: ( 703) 308   8373; e mail address: alston. treva@ epa. gov.

VerDate 0ct< 31> 2002 15: 40 Nov 13, 2002 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 14NON1. SGM 14NON1 69004 Federal Register / Vol. 67, No. 220 / Thursday, November 14, 2002 / Notices SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

I. General Information A. Does this Action Apply to Me?

You may be potentially affected by this action if you are an agricultural producer, food manufacturer, or pesticide manufacturer. Potentially affected entities may include, but are not limited to:   Crop production ( NAICS code 111)   Animal production ( NAICS code 112)   Food manufacturing ( NAICS code 311)   Pesticide manufacturing ( NAICS code 32532) This listing is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather provides a guide for readers regarding entities likely to be affected by this action. Other types of entities not listed in this unit could also be affected. The North American Industrial Classification System ( NAICS) codes have been provided to assist you and others in determining whether this action might apply to certain entities. If you have any questions regarding the applicability of this action to a particular entity, consult the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

B. How Can I Get Copies of this Document and Other Related Information?

1. Docket. EPA has established an official public docket for this action under docket ID number OPP   2002   0294. The official public docket consists of the documents specifically referenced in this action, any public comments received, and other information related to this action. Although, a part of the official docket, the public docket does not include Confidential Business Information ( CBI) or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. The official public docket is the collection of materials that is available for public viewing at the Public Information and Records Integrity Branch ( PIRIB), Rm. 119, Crystal Mall # 2, 1921 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Arlington, VA. This docket facility is open from 8: 30 a. m. to 4 p. m., Monday through Friday, excluding legal holidays. The docket telephone number is ( 703) 305   5805. 2. Electronic access. You may access this Federal Register document electronically through the EPA internet under the `` Federal Register'' listings at http:// www. epa. gov/ fedrgstr/. An electronic version of the public docket is available through EPA's electronic public docket and comment system, EPA dockets. You may use EPA dockets at http:// www. epa. gov/ edocket/ to submit or view public comments, access the index listing of the contents of the official public docket, and to access those documents in the public docket that are available electronically. Although, not all docket materials may be available electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available docket materials through the docket facility identified in Unit I. B. 1. Once in the system, select `` search,'' then key in the appropriate docket ID number. Certain types of information will not be placed in the EPA dockets. Information claimed as CBI and other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute, which is not included in the official public docket, will not be available for public viewing in EPA's electronic public docket. EPA's policy is that copyrighted material will not be placed in EPA's electronic public docket but will be available only in printed, paper form in the official public docket. To the extent feasible, publicly available docket materials will be made available in EPA's electronic public docket. When a document is selected from the index list in EPA dockets, the system will identify whether the document is available for viewing in EPA's electronic public docket. Although, not all docket materials may be available electronically, you may still access any of the publicly available docket materials through the docket facility identified in Unit I. B. EPA intends to work towards providing electronic access to all of the publicly available docket materials through EPA's electronic public docket. For public commenters, it is important to note that EPA's policy is that public comments, whether submitted electronically or in paper, will be made available for public viewing in EPA's electronic public docket as EPA receives them and without change, unless the comment contains copyrighted material, CBI, or other information whose disclosure is restricted by statute. When EPA identifies a comment containing copyrighted material, EPA will provide a reference to that material in the version of the comment that is placed in EPA's electronic public docket. The entire printed comment, including the copyrighted material, will be available in the public docket. Public comments submitted on computer disks that are mailed or delivered to the docket will be transferred to EPA's electronic public docket. Public comments that are mailed or delivered to the docket will be scanned and placed in EPA's electronic public docket. Where practical, physical objects will be photographed, and the photograph will be placed in EPA's electronic public docket along with a brief description written by the docket staff.

C. How and To Whom Do I Submit Comments? You may submit comments electronically, by mail, or through hand delivery/ courier. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, identify the appropriate docket ID number in the subject line on the first page of your comment. Please ensure that your comments are submitted within the specified comment period. Comments received after the close of the comment period will be marked `` late.'' EPA is not required to consider these late comments. If you wish to submit CBI or information that is otherwise protected by statute, please follow the instructions in Unit I. D. Do not use EPA dockets or e mail to submit CBI or information protected by statute. 1. Electronically. If you submit an electronic comment as prescribed in this unit, EPA recommends that you include your name, mailing address, and an email address or other contact information in the body of your comment. Also include this contact information on the outside of any disk or CD ROM you submit, and in any cover letter accompanying the disk or CD ROM. This ensures that you can be identified as the submitter of the comment and allows EPA to contact you in case EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties or needs further information on the substance of your comment. EPA's policy is that EPA will not edit your comment, and any identifying or contact information provided in the body of a comment will be included as part of the comment that is placed in the official public docket, and made available in EPA's electronic public docket. If EPA cannot read your comment due to technical difficulties and cannot contact you for clarification, EPA may not be able to consider your comment. i. EPA Dockets. Your use of EPA's electronic public docket to submit comments to EPA electronically is EPA's preferred method for receiving comments. Go directly to EPA dockets at http:// www. epa. gov/ edocket, and follow the online instructions for submitting comments. Once in the system, select `` search,'' and then key in docket ID number OPP   2002   0294. The system is an `` anonymous access'' system, which means EPA will not know your identity, e mail address, or other contact information unless you provide it in the body of your comment.

VerDate 0ct< 31> 2002 15: 40 Nov 13, 2002 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 14NON1. SGM 14NON1 69005 Federal Register / Vol. 67, No. 220 / Thursday, November 14, 2002 / Notices ii. E mail. Comments may be sent by e mail to opp docket@ epa. gov, Attention: Docket ID number OPP   2002   0294. In contrast to EPA's electronic public docket, EPA's e mail system is not an `` anonymous access'' system. If you send an e mail comment directly to the docket without going through EPA's electronic public docket, EPA's e mail system automatically captures your e mail address. E mail addresses that are automatically captured by EPA's e mail system are included as part of the comment that is placed in the official public docket, and made available in EPA's electronic public docket. iii. Disk or CD ROM. You may submit comments on a disk or CD ROM that you mail to the mailing address identified in Unit I. C. 2. These electronic submissions will be accepted in WordPerfect or ASCII file format. Avoid the use of special characters and any form of encryption. 2. By mail. Send your comments to: Public Information and Records Integrity Branch ( PIRIB) ( 7502C), Office of Pesticide Programs ( OPP), Environmental Protection Agency, 1200 Pennsylvania Ave., NW., Washington, DC 20460   0001, Attention: Docket ID number OPP   2002   0294. 3. By hand delivery or courier. Deliver your comments to: Public Information and Records Integrity Branch ( PIRIB), Office of Pesticide Programs ( OPP), Environmental Protection Agency, Rm. 119, Crystal Mall # 2, 1921 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Arlington, VA, Attention: Docket ID number OPP   2002   0294. Such deliveries are only accepted during the docket's normal hours of operation as identified in Unit I. B. 1.

D. How Should I Submit CBI To the Agency? Do not submit information that you consider to be CBI electronically through EPA's electronic public docket or by e mail. You may claim information that you submit to EPA as CBI by marking any part or all of that information as CBI ( if you submit CBI on disk or CD ROM, mark the outside of the disk or CD ROM as CBI, and then identify electronically within the disk or CD ROM the specific information that is CBI). Information so marked will not be disclosed except in accordance with procedures set forth in 40 CFR part 2. In addition to one complete version of the comment that includes any information claimed as CBI, a copy of the comment that does not contain the information claimed as CBI must be submitted for inclusion in the public docket and EPA's electronic public docket. If you submit the copy that does not contain CBI on disk or CD ROM, mark the outside of the disk or CD ROM clearly that it does not contain CBI. Information not marked as CBI will be included in the public docket and EPA's electronic public docket without prior notice. If you have any questions about CBI or the procedures for claiming CBI, please consult the person listed under FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT.

E. What Should I Consider as I Prepare My Comments for EPA?

You may find the following suggestions helpful for preparing your comments: 1. Explain your views as clearly as possible. 2. Describe any assumptions that you used. 3. Provide copies of any technical information and/ or data you used that support your views. 4. If you estimate potential burden or costs, explain how you arrived at the estimate that you provide. 5. Provide specific examples to illustrate your concerns. 6. Make sure to submit your comments by the deadline in this notice. 7. To ensure proper receipt by EPA, be sure to identify the docket ID number assigned to this action in the subject line on the first page of your response. You may also provide the name, date, and Federal Register citation.

II. What Action is the Agency Taking?

EPA has received a pesticide petition as follows proposing the establishment and/ or amendment of regulations for residues of a certain pesticide chemical in or on various food commodities under section 408 of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act ( FFDCA), 21 U. S. C. 346a. EPA has determined that this petition contains data or information regarding the elements set forth in FFDCA section 408( d)( 2); however, EPA has not fully evaluated the sufficiency of the submitted data at this time or whether the data support granting of the petition. Additional data may be needed before EPA rules on the petition.

List of Subjects Environmental protection, Agricultural commodities, Feed additives, Food additives, Pesticides and pests, Reporting and recordkeeping requirements. Dated: November 4, 2002. Debra Edwards, Director, Registration Division, Office of Pesticide Programs.

Summary of Petition The petitioner summary of the pesticide petition is printed below as required by FFDCA section 408( d)( 3). The summary of the petition was prepared by the Wacker Biochem Corporation and represents the view of the petitioner. The petition summary announces the availability of a description of the analytical methods available to EPA for the detection and measurement of the pesticide chemical residues or an explanation of why no such method is needed.

PP 2E6514 Summary of Petitions EPA has received a pesticide petition ( 2E6514) from Wacker Biochem Corporation, 3301 Sutton Road, Adrian, MI 49221   9397 proposing, pursuant to section 408( d) of the FFDCA, 21 U. S. C. 346a( d), to amend 40 CFR 180.950 to establish an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance for alphacyclodextrin ( CAS No. 10016   20   3), beta cyclodextrin ( CAS No. 7585   39   9), and gamma cyclodextrin ( CAS No. 17465   86   0) in or on raw agricultural commodities resulting from the use of alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin as ingredients in pesticide formulations used in accordance with good agricultural practices. Alphacyclodextrin beta cyclodextrin, and gamma cyclodextrin are naturally occurring compounds derived from the degradation of starch by the glucosyltransferase enzyme ( CGTase). Dglucose molecules that are formed by the digestion of starch are joined `` headto tail'' to form alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin which are ringshaped molecules. Alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are comprised of six, seven and eight D glucose units, respectively. EPA has determined that the petition contains data or information regarding the elements set forth in section 408( d)( 2) of the FFDCA; however, EPA has not fully evaluated the sufficiency of the submitted data at this time or whether the data support granting of the petition. Additional data may be needed before EPA rules on the petition.

A. Residue Chemistry 1. Plant metabolism. While no studies have been conducted to evaluate the metabolism of alpha, beta, and gammacyclodextrin in plants, the metabolic products in plants are anticipated to be VerDate 0ct< 31> 2002 15: 40 Nov 13, 2002 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 14NON1. SGM 14NON1 69006 Federal Register / Vol. 67, No. 220 / Thursday, November 14, 2002 / Notices ubiquitous, naturally occurring simple sugars and CO2. The anticipated plant metabolites are not of toxicological concern. 2. Analytical method. An analytical method is not required for enforcement purposes since Wacker Biochem is requesting the establishiment of an exemption from the requirement of a tolerance without any numerical limitation.

B. Toxicological Profile Alpha cyclodextrin: The Food & Agriculture Organization/ World Health Organization ( FAO/ WHO) Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives ( JECFA) has evaluated alpha cyclodextrin and in 2001 allocated an acceptable daily intake ( ADI) of `` not specified.'' This is the most desirable ADI allocation issued by JECFA. Beta cyclodextrin: A GRAS ( generally recognized as safe) petition was submitted by Roquette America Inc/ American Maize Products Co. for use as a formulation aid in the production of dry flavoring mixes ( February 3, 1992) and for use as a flavor protectant ( September 20, 1996). A self affirmation of beta cyclodextrin as a flavor carrier in foods was completed by Cerestar USA on February 4, 1998. Wacker Biochem Corporation has submitted to the FDA an independent GRAS determination for beta cyclodextrin for use as a flavor carrier or protectant in baked goods prepared from dry mixes, breakfast cereal, chewing gum, compressed, candies, gelatins and puddings, flavored coffee and tea, processed cheese products, dry mix for beverages, flavored savory snacks and crackers, dry mixes for soups ( GRAS Notice No. 74). FDA has not yet completed its review of the self affirmation. Gamma cyclodextrin: Wacker Biochem Corporation has determined that gamma cyclodextrin is generally recognized as safe ( GRAS) when used as a stabilizer, emulsifier, carrier and formulation aid in foods. The toxicology and metabolism data relevant to the proposed tolerance exemption are summarized in Table 1.

TABLE 1.   TOXICITY AND METABOLISM Study Cyclo dextrin Result Acute oral toxicity Alpha LD50 > 10,000 mg/ kg ( rat)

Beta LD50 > 12,000 mg/ kg ( rabbit)

Gamma LD50 > 8,000 mg/ kg ( rat)

Acute dermal toxicity No data are available Acute inhalation toxicity No data are available Primary eye irritation Alpha Crystalline form: Eye irritant, but not corrosive 50% suspension: Non irritant Beta Slight irritant Gamma Non irritant Primary dermal irritation Alpha Non irritant Beta Non irritant Dermal sensitization Alpha Non sensitizer Beta Non sensitizer Gamma Non sensitizer 28   Day feeding study: rodent Alpha NOEL = 5% in the diet Beta NOEL = 5% in the diet 90   Day feeding study: rat Alpha NOAEL = 20% in diet highest dose tested ( HDT)

Beta NOAEL = 400 mg/ kg/ day by gavage Gamma NOAEL = 20% in diet HDT 90   Day feeding study: dog Alpha NOAEL = 20% in diet HDT Beta NOEL = 2.5% in diet LOEL = 5% in diet. Hematology and clinical chemistryeffects observed indicated slight toxicity Gamma NOAEL = 20% in diet HDT VerDate 0ct< 31> 2002 15: 40 Nov 13, 2002 Jkt 200001 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 E:\ FR\ FM\ 14NON1. SGM 14NON1 69007 Federal Register / Vol. 67, No. 220 / Thursday, November 14, 2002 / Notices TABLE 1.   TOXICITY AND METABOLISM   Continued Study Cyclo dextrin Result Subchronic dermal toxicity No data are available Chronic feeding and oncogenicity Beta 1   year dog NOAEL = 1% in diet = 350 mg/ kg/ day LOAEL = 2.5% in diet = 925 mg/ kg/ day Increased levels of protein were observed in urine 2 year rat: NOEL for oncogenicity = 6% in diet Small percentage is absorbed by the intestinal walls and causes kidney damage Beta cyclodextrin is not degraded in the small intestine. In the large intestine it undergoes bacterial degradation, leading to gas generation and diarrhea Teratology study: rodent Alpha Not teratogenic, embryotoxic or fetotoxic at doses up to 20% of diets in both rats and rabbits HDT Beta Not teratogenic, embryotoxic or fetotoxic at 5,000 mg/ kg/ day in rats HDT and at 1,000 mg/ kg/ day in rabbits HDT Gamma Not teratogenic, embryotoxic or fetotoxic at doses up to 20% of diets in both rats and rabbits HDT 2 Generation reproduction Beta NOAEL in rats = 1% in diet = 700 mg/ kg/ day LOAEL in dams and offspring = 2.5% in the diet Gene mutation test Alpha Negative Ames test Gamma Negative Ames test Structural chromosomal aberration test Beta Negative in rats at dose of 2% in diet Other genotoxic effects Alpha Negative micronucleus test Gamma Negative micronucleus test Metabolism ( oral dosing Alpha Absorption: 2% dose absorbed Distribution: Liver (> 0.05% dose) and kidney (> 0.01% dose) Metabolism: Extensively and predominantly metabolized to C02 by intestinal flora Excretion: 60% dose expelled as CO2 26   33% dose incorporated 7   14% dose excreted in urine and feces Beta Absorption: No significant absorption as intact molecule. Absorption as sugars is similar to that of glucose; occurs via passive transport Distribution: Max. 0.9% in GI tract 60 hours after dosing Metabolism: Hydrolysis to open chain dextrins and glucose occurs in the large intestine by intestinal flora Excretion: 66.8% dose as CO2 in expired air within 23 hours of dosing. 0.6% to 4% in feces within 60 hours of dosing Gamma Absorption: > 0.1% as intact molecule Metabolism: Rapid and total degradation to glucose in the upper intestinal tract by intestinal flora Excretion: 60% dose expelled as CO2 37% dose incorporated 3% dose excreted in urine and feces 1. Metabolite toxicology. Alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are metabolized to simple sugars and CO2. These metabolites are also metabolites of the digestion of carbohydrates in the diet and have no significant toxicity. 2. Endocrine disruption. Based upon the available data, alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are not anticipated to disrupt the endocrine system.

C. Aggregate Exposure 1. Food. Alpha cyclodextrin, betacyclodextrin and beta cyclodextrin are naturally occurring compounds and are used as food additives. Alpha cyclodextrin food additive uses include: Carrier; encapsulating agent for food additives, flavorings and vitamins; stabilizer; and absorbent. The ADI is `` not specified.''

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TABLE 2.   MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION OF BETA CYCLODEXTRIN IN FOODS Beta Cyclodextrin Use Maximum Concentration Baked goods prepared from dry mixes breakfast cereal chewing gum compressed candies 2%

Gelatins and puddings flavored coffee and tea processed cheese products dry mix for beverages 1%

Flavored savory snacks and crackers 0.5%

Dry mixes for soups 0.2%

Gamma cyclodextrin is used in foods such as bread spreads, frozen dairy desserts, ready to eat dairy desserts, desserts prepared from dry mixes, fruit fillings, cheese and cream fillings, chewing gum, dietary supplements. See Table 3 for a complete list of uses and the maximum concentrations.

TABLE 3.   MAXIMUM CONCENTRATION OF GAMMA CYCLODEXTRIN IN FOODS Gamma Cyclodextrin Use Maximum Use Concentration Carrier for flavors, sweeteners and colors < 1%

Dry mixes for beverages < 1%

Dry mixes for soups < 1%

Dry mixes for dressings, gravies, and sauces < 1%

Dry mixes for puddings, gelatins, and fillings < 1%

Instant coffee and instant tea < 1%

Coffee whiteners < 1%

Compressed candies < 1%

Chewing gum < 1%

Breakfast cereals ( ready to eat) < 1%

Savory snacks and crackers < 1%

Spices and seasonings < 1%

Carrier for vitamins < 1%

For use in dry food mixes and dietary supplements < 90% 1 Carrier for polyunsaturated fatty acids For use in dry food mixes and dietary supplements < 80% 1 Flavor modifier Soya milk < 2%

Stabilizer Bread spreads ( fat reduced) < 20%

Frozen dairy desserts < 3%

Baked goods ( excl. bread, but incl. dough and baking mixes) < 2%

Bread < 1%

Fruit based fillings < 3%

Fat based fillings < 5%

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Dairy deserts ( ready to eat and prepared from dry mixes) < 3%

1Percent by weight of gamma cyclodextrin relative to the nutrient for which gamma cyclodextrin is used as a carrier.

The proposed use of alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin as ingredients in pesticide formulations is anticipated to result in no significant additional dietary exposure to alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin. 2. Drinking water. Any alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin in drinking water sources is anticipated to degrade to simple sugars and CO2 that will be used by plants as building blocks for the plant's growth. No significant exposure of alpha, beta, and gammacyclodextrin via drinking water is anticipated. 3. Non dietary exposure. Cyclodextrins are used extensively in the cosmetic industry. Alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are too large to be absorbed through the skin, so no significant systemic exposure is anticipated to result from the cosmetic use or other residential uses of alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin.

D. Cumulative Effects Alpha, beta, and gammacyclodextrin have no significant toxic effects for consideration of cumulative effects.

E. Safety Determination 1. U. S. population. Alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are low toxicity, naturally occurring compounds that are use as food additives. The D glucose building blocks of alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are also the result of digestion of starchy foods such as bread, rice, potatoes and pasta. Alpha , beta, and gamma cyclodextrin are part of the current U. S. diet, and the proposed new uses of alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin as ingredients in pesticide formulations is not anticipated to contribute significantly to the amount of alpha, beta, and gammacyclodextrin in the U. S. diet. The proposed new use of alpha, beta, and gamma cyclodextrin for use as an inert ingredient in pesticide formulations has a reasonable certainty of no harm to the U. S. population. 2. Infants and children. Alpha, beta , and gamma cyclodextrin have no significant toxic effects that are specific to infants or children. The proposed new uses of alpha, beta, and gammacyclodextrin as ingredients in pesticide formulations has a reasonable certainty of no harm to infants or children.

F. International Tolerances Alpha cyclodextrin: The FAO/ WHO JECFA has evaluated alpha cyclodextrin and in 2001 allocated an ADI of `` not specified.'' This is the most desirable ADI and is limited to low toxicity compounds. Beta cyclodextrin: A request was submitted to the CODEX Alimentarius Commission for additive clearance in the General Standard on Food Additives ( INS No. 459) at a maximum level of 50,000 milligrams/ kilogram ( mg/ kg) in food category 5.3, for chewing gum. A new monograph for beta cyclodextrin has been published in the First Supplement to the Fourth Edition of the Food Chemicals Codex. Betacyclodextrin is published in Annex V of the Official Journal of the European Communities Food Additives as a carrier only for food additives up to 1 gram/ kilogram food. An ADI of 5 mg/ kg body weight was established at the February 1995 joint FAO/ WHO meeting of the expert committee on food additives and is published in WHO Food Additive Series 35. Gamma cyclodextrin: The FAO/ WHO JECFA has evaluated alpha cyclodextrin and in 2,000 ( 53rd meeting) allocated an ADI of `` not specified.'' This is the most desirable ADI and is limited to low toxicity compounds. [ FR Doc. 02   28909 Filed 11   13   02; 8: 45 am]

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