E6-7980. Manufacturer of Controlled Substances; Notice of Registration

By Notice dated January 11, 2006, and published in the Federal Register on January 23, 2006, (71 FR 3545), Clariant LSM (Missouri), Inc., 2460 W. Bennett Street (or P.O. Box 1246, Zip: 65801), Springfield, Missouri 65807-1229, made application by letter to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to be registered as a bulk manufacturer of Phenylacetone (8501), and Methadone Intermediate (9254), basic classes of controlled substances listed in Schedules II:

The company plans to manufacture in bulk, for sale to its customers.

No comments or objections have been received. DEA has considered the factors in 21 U.S.C. 823(a) and determined that the registration of Clariant LSM (Missouri) to manufacture the listed basic classes of controlled substances is consistent with the public interest at this time. DEA has investigated Clariant LSM (Missouri) to ensure that the company's registration is consistent with the public interest. The investigation has included inspection and testing of the company's physical security systems, verification of the company's compliance with state and local laws, and a review of the company's background and history. Therefore, pursuant to 21 U.S.C. 823, and in accordance with 21 CFR 1301.33, the above named company is granted registration as a bulk manufacturer of the basic classes of controlled substances listed.

Dated: May 17, 2006.

Joseph T. Rannazzisi,

Deputy Assistant Administrator, Office of Diversion Control, Drug Enforcement Administration.