By Notice dated November 6, 2000, and published in the Federal Register on November 28, 2000 (65 FR 70938), Research Triangle Institute, Kenneth H. Davis, Jr., Hermann Building, East Institute Drive, PO Box 12194, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina 27709, made application by renewal to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to be registered as an importer of the basic classes of controlled substances listed below:
| Drug | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Tetrahydrocannabinols (7370) | I |
| Cocaine (9041) | II |
The firm plans to import small quantities of the listed controlled substances for the National Institute of Drug Abuse and other clients.
No comments or objections have been received. DEA has considered the factors in Title 21, United States Code, section 823(a) and determined that the registration of Research Triangle Institute is consistent with the public interest and with United States obligations under international treaties, conventions, or protocols in effect on May 1, 1971, at this time. DEA has investigated Research Triangle Institute on a regular basis to ensure that the company's continued registration is consistent with the public interest. These investigations have included inspection and testing of the company's physical security systems, audits of the company's records, verification of the company's compliance with state and local laws, and a review of the company's background and history. Therefore, pursuant to section 1008(a) of the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act and in accordance with Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations, § 1301.34, the above firm is granted registration as an importer of the basic classes of controlled substances listed above.
Dated: March 29, 2001.
Laura M. Nagel,
Deputy Assistant Administrator, Office of Diversion Control, Drug Enforcement Administration.
[FR Doc. 01-8457 Filed 4-5-01; 8:45 am]
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