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The NC-99001 Form is a report of organization required by the U.S. Census Bureau to collect information about businesses and their establishments. This form aims to ensure an accurate and up-to-date list of business locations operating in the year 2013. Organizations must complete and return this questionnaire to comply with federal law and maintain the confidentiality of their responses.

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The NC99001 form is an essential document required by the U.S. Census Bureau that plays a crucial role in gathering vital statistical information about businesses operating in the United States. This form is part of the government's efforts to maintain an accurate and comprehensive list of establish-ments, including those in operation and those under construction during a specific reporting period, in this case, the year 2013. Businesses are mandated by law to fill out and return this questionnaire, as dictated by Title 13 of the United States Code. The collected data helps inform economic policy and business planning at both local and national levels. The form requests a variety of information, including details about company ownership, research and development expenditures, operating revenues, and manufacturing activities. Importantly, respondents may find prelisted information from prior submissions to facilitate completion. Compliance is not merely a bureaucratic obligation; it is a legal requirement with strict confidentiality protections in place for the data provided. Questions cover domestic and foreign ownership structures, R&D expenditures, and operational specifics, reflecting a wide array of business practices. With this information, the Census Bureau aims to foster informed economic decision-making supporting the U.S. economy's growth and development.

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Economics and Statistics Administration	2015 REPORT OF ORGANIZATION
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
U.S. CENSUS BUREAU
FORM
NC-99001 (10-27-2015)	OMB No. 0607-0444: Approval Expires 5/31/2018

Need help or have questions about filling out this form?

Visit https://econhelp.census.gov/cosasm

- OR -

Write to the address below. Include your 11-digit Census File Number (CFN) printed in the mailing address.

Mail your completed form to:

U.S. CENSUS BUREAU

1201 East 10th Street

Jeffersonville, IN 47132-0001

NC-99001

(Please correct any errors in name and address, including ZIP Code.)

99001018

YOUR RESPONSE IS REQUIRED BY LAW. Title 13, United States Code, requires businesses and other organizations that receive this questionnaire to answer the questions and return the report to the U.S. Census Bureau. By the same law, YOUR CENSUS REPORT IS CONFIDENTIAL. It may be seen only by persons sworn to uphold the confidentiality of Census Bureau information and may be used only for statistical purposes. Further, copies retained in respondents' files are immune from legal process.

The purpose of this form is to obtain an accurate and up-to-date list of your establishments, i.e., separate business locations that were in operation or new plant(s) under construction during part or all of 2015. This list should include establishments of your company and each of its subsidiaries. To make it easier for you to complete this report, we have prelisted information in 5 A that you have previously provided to the U.S. Census Bureau. Please list all other establishments of your organization on 5 B. Do not duplicate establishments already prelisted in 5 A. Be sure to include items 1 through 4 when returning your completed report form. Before completing this form, please read the enclosed definitions and instructions.

• Use blue or black ballpoint pen.

• Please center numbers in

Examples:

• Do not use pencil or felt-tip pen.

their respective boxes.

• Place an "X" inside the box.

• Do not put slashes through 0 or 7.

1COMPANY OWNERSHIP OR CONTROL A. DOMESTIC OWNERSHIP OR CONTROL

1.Does another domestic company hold more than 50 percent of the voting stock of your company or have the power to control the management and policies of your company?

0008		Yes - Enter the following information of the owning or			0009	No - Go to line B
		controlling company
		controlling company

0080	Name of owning or controlling company		0081	Employer Identification
				Number (EIN) of		-
				owning or controlling
				company (9 digits)

0082 Home office address (Number and street)


0083	City, town, village, etc.	0084	State	0085 ZIP Code

2.What percent of voting stock was held by the owning or controlling company? (Mark "X" only ONE box.)

0027	Less than 50%	0028	50%	0029	More than 50%


			CONTINUE WITH 1		ON PAGE 2

PENALTY FOR FAILURE TO REPORT

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1COMPANY OWNERSHIP OR CONTROL - Continued

B.FOREIGN OWNERSHIP OR CONTROL

Does a foreign entity (company, individual, government, etc.) own directly or indirectly 10 percent or more of the voting stock or other equity rights of your company?

6101		Yes - Enter the following information of the owning	6102	No - Go to line C
		entity
		entity

6103	Name of foreign beneficial owner

6104 Home office address (Number and street)


6105	City	6106	Country

What was the percent	6111	10% - 24%	6113	50%	6115	100%
What was the percent
ownership (direct and
ownership (direct and
indirect)? (Mark "X"		25% - 49%		51% - 99%
indirect)? (Mark "X"
only ONE box.)	6112		6114

C.FOREIGN AFFILIATES

Does this company alone, or with its domestic affiliates, own 10 percent or more of the voting stock of an incorporated foreign business enterprise, or an equivalent interest in an unincorporated business enterprise, including ownership of real estate?

6126 Yes

6127 No

2RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

A.Did your company perform or fund research and development (R&D) in 2015?

6129 Yes - Go to line B

6130 No - Go to 3 on the next page

B.What were your company's worldwide expenses for research and development (R&D) in 2015?

6132 Less than $3 million

6133 $3 million or more

Form NC-99001 (10-27-2015)

HOW TO REPORT DOLLAR FIGURES

Mark "X"

Dollar figures should be rounded toif None thousands of dollars.

If a figure is $2,035,628.79:	Report

If a value is "0" (or less than $500.00): Report

2015

$ Bil.	Mil.	Thou.
	2	0 3 6

EXAMPLE

3COMPANY ACTIVITIES

A.EMPLOYEES FROM A PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYER ORGANIZATION

Did your company lease 50 percent or more of its permanent full- and part-time workforce from a Professional Employer Organization during 2015? (Permanent workforce excludes temporary staffing from a staffing service and contractors.)

0244 Yes

0245 No

B.OPERATING REVENUES AND NET SALES

1.Your company's operating revenues and net sales generated from U.S. operations (i.e., located in the 50 states and the District of Columbia) in 2015.

Include:

•Sales of goods and services to foreign firms.

•Revenues of discontinued operations.

•Sales to a foreign parent firm and its affiliates not owned by your company.

•Sales by your company's domestic operations to foreign subsidiaries.

Exclude:

•Sales generated by your company's foreign operations.

•Domestic inter-company sales.

Special instructions for tax-exempt firms: Report revenues, realized gains and losses, and contributions for all classes of net assets regardless of restrictions.

Mark "X"

if None

Operating revenues and net sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0100

2.Did your company have foreign subsidiaries in 2015?

9760 Yes - Go to line 3

9761 No - Go to line 1 on the next page

2015

$ Bil.	Mil.	Thou.

99001034

3.Does the amount reported on line 1 include inter-company sales by your company's domestic operations to foreign subsidiaries?

9755 Yes - Go to line 1 on the next page

9756 No - Go to line 4

Mark "X"		2015
if None	$ Bil.	Mil.	Thou.

4.Report inter-company sales by your company's domestic

operations to foreign subsidiaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9758

CONTINUE WITH 3 ON PAGE 4

Form NC-99001 (10-27-2015)

3COMPANY ACTIVITIES - Continued

C. ROYALTIES AND LICENSE FEES FOR THE USE OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

1.Did your company's U.S. operations earn revenue in 2015 from royalties or license fees for rights to use intellectual property?

Include:

•Revenues from royalties and license fees for intellectual property owned by your domestic company's domestic operations (i.e., located in the 50 states and the District of Columbia).

•Royalties and license fees paid to your company's domestic operations by foreign subsidiaries.

Exclude:

•Sales involving the transfer of ownership rights.

•Sales of and products sold with end-use licenses.

•Franchise fees.

9701 Yes - Go to line 2

9702 No - Go to line 1 on the next page

Mark "X"

if None

2. Revenues from royalties and license fees in 2015 for

rights to use intellectual property . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9703

3.Revenues from your company's U.S. operations, as reported in line 2, for the following types of royalties

and license fees in 2015:	Mark "X"
	if None

a.Technological or industrial processes (Include patents, trade secrets, and proprietary technology. Exclude

computer software.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9704

b.Entertainment, artistic, educational, and literary original works (Include royalties and license fees for rights to perform, broadcast, reproduce, and sell copyrighted materials and other intellectual property such as films, television and radio programs, written works, and musical and other artistic works. Exclude computer

software.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9705

c.Software - Rights to reproduce, distribute, or use software protected by copyright and owned or controlled by the licensor (Exclude sales of software sold with end-use licenses, as well as custom software and

programming services.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9706

d.Other revenues from royalties and license fees for rights to use intellectual property - Specify

2015

$ Bil.	Mil.	Thou.

2015

$ Bil.	Mil.	Thou.

99001042

9752		9751
9752		9751


e. TOTAL revenues from royalties and license fees in 2015
for rights to use intellectual property (Sum of lines 3a
for rights to use intellectual property (Sum of lines 3a
through 3d should equal line 2.)		9708

CONTINUE WITH 3 ON PAGE 5

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Form NC-99001 (10-27-2015)

3COMPANY ACTIVITIES - Continued

D.MANUFACTURING ACTIVITIES - Please respond even if you are not a manufacturer. In 2015, did your company do any of the following activities related to manufacturing?

1.Operate manufacturing facilities (such as a factory, plant, or mill) where products are completed or partially produced?

9709 Yes - Go to line 2

9710 No - Go to line 3

2.Provide contract manufacturing services to other companies incorporating their patents, trade secrets, or proprietary technology?

9711 Yes

9712 No - Go to line 3

Estimate the percent of operating revenues and net sales, as reported in 3 B, OPERATING REVENUES AND NET SALES, from contract manufacturing services.

9713 Less than 25%

9714 25% - 49%

9715 50% - 74%

9716 75% - 99%

9717 100%

3.Purchase contract manufacturing services from other companies or foreign subsidiaries of your company incorporating your company's patents, trade secrets, or proprietary technology?

9718 Yes

9719 No - Go to 4 on the next page

a.Use 3rd party contract manufacturing services inside the United States (i.e., located in the 50 states and the District of Columbia)?

9720 Yes

9721 No

b.Use 3rd party contract manufacturing services outside the United States (i.e., located outside the 50 states and the District of Columbia)?

9722 Yes

9723 No

c.Use your company's foreign subsidiaries' or affiliates' contract manufacturing services at locations outside the United States (i.e., located outside the 50 states and the District of Columbia)?

9724 Yes

9725 No

d.Estimate the percent of the cost of sales from expenses for contract manufacturing services.

9726 Less than 25%

9727 25% - 49%

9728 50% - 74%

9729 75% - 99%

9730 100%

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Form NC-99001 (10-27-2015)

REMARKS (Please use this space for any explanations that may be essential in understanding your reported data.)

$$CENSUS_REMARKS$$

4CERTIFICATION - This report is substantially accurate and was prepared in accordance with the instructions.

Is the time period covered by this report a

Month

Year

Month

Year

calendar year?

Yes

No - Enter time period covered

FROM

Name of person to contact regarding this report

Title

Area code

Number

Extension

Area code

Number

Tele-

Fax

phone

E-mail address

Month

Day

Year

Date

completed

Thank you for completing your 2015 REPORT OF ORGANIZATION form.

PLEASE PHOTOCOPY THIS FORM FOR YOUR RECORDS AND RETURN THE ORIGINAL.

FORM NC-99001	U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE	Refer to this
(10-27-2015)	Economics and Statistics Administration	Refer to this
(10-27-2015)	U.S. CENSUS BUREAU	CENSUS FILE NUMBER
	U.S. CENSUS BUREAU	CENSUS FILE NUMBER
2015 REPORT OF ORGANIZATION		in any correspondence
2015 REPORT OF ORGANIZATION		pertaining to this report

5A. PRE-IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS OF OPERATION

We have listed establishments of your company based on Census records. Please update this list as follows:

Column (a) - Correct any errors or omissions in the information. The establishments are listed in the following sequence: Employer Identification Number (EIN), major activity, and geographic location.

Column (b) - Report the number of employees and payroll for full- and part-time employees working at each establishment whose payroll was reported on your Internal Revenue Service Form 941, Employer's Quarterly Federal Tax Return. Include part-year operations. Do not combine data for establishments. If book figures are not available for employment and payroll for each establishment, please provide your best estimates.

Column (c) - Report operational status of each establishment at the end of 2015.

99002016

Company Establishments and Subsidiaries

Employment and Payroll

Operational Status at the End of 2015

(Add store or plant number, if any, and

(Mark "X" only ONE box.)

correct any errors or omissions.)

(a)

(b)

(c)

Line No.

EIN

NAICS

2015

Temporarily or

Number of employees for pay

operation

seasonally inactive

period including March 12

Ceased

Month

Day

Year

Major activity

operation

- Give

date

Name

First quarter payroll

Sold or leased to another operator - Give date

above AND enter name and address of new

(January-March 2015)

owner or operator below

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Name of new owner or operator

Physical location (Number and street)

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. box, etc.)

2015

Annual payroll

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Other -

Specify

Line No.

EIN

NAICS

2015

Temporarily or

Number of employees for pay

operation

seasonally inactive

period including March 12

Ceased

Month

Day

Year

Major activity

operation

- Give

date

Name

First quarter payroll

Sold or leased to another operator - Give date

above AND enter name and address of new

(January-March 2015)

owner or operator below

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Name of new owner or operator

Physical location (Number and street)

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. box, etc.)

2015

Annual payroll

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Other -

Specify

99002024

Form NC-99001 (10-27-2015)

5A. PRE-IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS OF OPERATION - Continued

(a) Company Establishments and Subsidiaries

(b) Employment and Payroll

Line No.

EIN

NAICS

2015

Temporarily or

Number of employees for pay

operation

seasonally inactive

period including March 12

Ceased

Month

Day

Year

Major activity

operation

- Give

date

Name

First quarter payroll

Sold or leased to another operator - Give date

above AND enter name and address of new

(January-March 2015)

owner or operator below

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Name of new owner or operator

Physical location (Number and street)

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. box, etc.)

2015

Annual payroll

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Other -

Specify

Line No.

EIN

NAICS

2015

Temporarily or

Number of employees for pay

operation

seasonally inactive

period including March 12

Ceased

Month

Day

Year

Major activity

operation

- Give

date

Name

First quarter payroll

Sold or leased to another operator - Give date

above AND enter name and address of new

(January-March 2015)

owner or operator below

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Name of new owner or operator

Physical location (Number and street)

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. box, etc.)

2015

Annual payroll

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Other -

Specify

Line No.

EIN

NAICS

2015

Temporarily or

Number of employees for pay

operation

seasonally inactive

period including March 12

Ceased

Month

Day

Year

Major activity

operation

- Give

date

Name

First quarter payroll

Sold or leased to another operator - Give date

above AND enter name and address of new

(January-March 2015)

owner or operator below

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Name of new owner or operator

Physical location (Number and street)

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. box, etc.)

2015

Annual payroll

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Other -

Specify

99003014

FORM NC-99001	U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE	Refer to this
(10-27-2015)	Economics and Statistics Administration	Refer to this
(10-27-2015)	U.S. CENSUS BUREAU	CENSUS FILE NUMBER
	U.S. CENSUS BUREAU	CENSUS FILE NUMBER
2015 REPORT OF ORGANIZATION		in any correspondence
2015 REPORT OF ORGANIZATION		pertaining to this report

5B. ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS OF OPERATION

Column (a) - List separately any establishments

MAJOR ACTIVITY CODES FOR COLUMN (c1)

of your company and its subsidiaries that were not

included on the PRE-IDENTIFIED LOCATIONS OF

- Agricultural production

OPERATION. If your company operates at locations for

- Agricultural services

which you have received separate report forms, do not

- Minerals extraction/ore processing

list them, instead complete those forms. For acquired

establishments that you list, complete column (c2).

- Mining services/oil and gas field services

Column (b) - Report the number of employees and

- Utilities

- Construction

payroll for full- and part-time employees working at

each establishment whose payroll was reported on

- Manufacturing

your Internal Revenue Service Forms 941, Employer's

- Merchant wholesaler

Quarterly Federal Tax Return. Include part-year

- Commission merchant/broker/agent/electronic marketer

operations. Do not combine data for establishments.

If book figures are not available for employment and

(business to business)

payroll for each establishment, please provide your

- Manufacturers' sales branch/manufacturers' sales office

best estimates.

- Retail

Column (c1) -

Enter the code from the MAJOR

- Transportation/public warehousing

ACTIVITY CODES list that best describes the activity of

- Information services/publishing/telecommunications

each establishment and specify the principal products

- Finance/insurance

or services.

- Real estate/renting/leasing

Column (c2) - Complete for acquired establishments.

- Professional/scientific/technical service

- Waste management/remediation service/administrative/

support service

- Educational service

- Health care

- Social assistance

- Arts/entertainment/recreation

- Accommodation/food service

- Corporate/subsidiary/regional/managing office

- Other - Specify major activity along with principal products

or services in column (c1) below.

IMPORTANT - DO NOT DUPLICATE ESTABLISHMENTS PRELISTED IN 5 A.

Company Establishments and Subsidiaries

Major Activity in 2015

(Enter Employer Identification Number (EIN),

Employment and Payroll

(Enter code from the MAJOR ACTIVITY CODES list

establishment name, your store or plant number, if any,

and specify the principal products or services.)

address of physical location, including ZIP Code.)

(a)

(b)

(c1)

EIN

2015

Code

Specify

Number of employees for pay

period including March 12

Name

(c2) Former Owner or Operator

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

First quarter payroll

Name of former owner or operator

(January-March 2015)

Physical location (Number and street)

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. Box, etc.)

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

2015

Annual payroll

Date

Month

Day

Year

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Month

Year

establishment

opened or is

expected to

open . . . .

Date acquired . . .

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Form NC-99001 (10-27-2015)

5B. ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS OF OPERATION - Continued

(a) Company Establishments and Subsidiaries

(b)

Employment and Payroll

(c1) Major Activity in 2015

EIN

2015

Code

Specify

Number of employees for pay

period including March 12

Name

(c2) Former Owner or Operator

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

First quarter payroll

Name of former owner or operator

(January-March 2015)

Physical location (Number and street)

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. Box, etc.)

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

2015

Annual payroll

Date

Month

Day

Year

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Month

Year

establishment

opened or is

expected to

open . . . .

Date acquired . . .

EIN

2015

Code

Specify

Number of employees for pay

period including March 12

Name

(c2) Former Owner or Operator

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

First quarter payroll

Name of former owner or operator

(January-March 2015)

Physical location (Number and street)

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. Box, etc.)

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

2015

Annual payroll

Date

Month

Day

Year

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Month

Year

establishment

opened or is

expected to

open . . . .

Date acquired . . .

EIN

2015

Code

Specify

Number of employees for pay

period including March 12

Name

(c2) Former Owner or Operator

Secondary name

Store/Plant No.

First quarter payroll

Name of former owner or operator

(January-March 2015)

Physical location (Number and street)

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Mailing address (Number and street, P.O. Box, etc.)

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

City, town, village, etc.

State

ZIP Code

2015

Annual payroll

Date

Month

Day

Year

$Bil.

Mil.

Thou.

Month

Year

establishment

opened or is

expected to

open . . . .

Date acquired . . .

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Form Characteristics

Fact Name	Description
Form Purpose	The NC-99001 form collects comprehensive information about business establishments active during 2013, as required by federal law.
Confidentiality Assurance	Your responses are confidential and may only be viewed by authorized personnel, assuring that the information is used solely for statistical purposes.
Legal Requirement	Responding to this form is mandatory under Title 13 of the United States Code, meaning all businesses must comply.
Reporting Deadline	The completed form must be submitted by businesses to the U.S. Census Bureau as part of their legal obligation.
Use of Pen	Fill out the form using a blue or black ballpoint pen. Avoid using pencil or felt-tip pens.
Establishment Listing	The form requests a detailed list of all company establishments, including subsidiaries, ensuring a comprehensive data pool.
Prelisted Information	Information in Section 5A has been prelisted to assist businesses, minimizing the burden of data entry.
Global Reach	Questions on the form address not only U.S. operations but also any foreign subsidiaries and their relationships.
Operating Revenues	Businesses must report their U.S. operating revenues without including domestic inter-company sales or foreign operations.
Intellectual Property Revenue	The form includes queries on revenues generated from royalties and licenses related to intellectual property rights during 2013.

Guidelines on Utilizing Nc99001

Filling out the NC99001 form is an important step in providing necessary information about your organization's activities and ownership. Once completed, it should be submitted to the U.S. Census Bureau as required by law. Below are the steps to guide you through the process of completing this form.

Gather all necessary information, including your 11-digit Census File Number (CFN), ownership details, and financial data.
Use a blue or black ballpoint pen to fill out the form. Avoid using pencil or felt-tip pens.
Start with section 1 regarding ownership or control, marking "X" in the appropriate boxes to indicate whether your company is domestically or foreign owned. Provide names and addresses as required.
For foreign ownership, specify the foreign entity and the percentage of ownership by marking "X" in the relevant box.
Move to section 2 about research and development (R&D). Indicate whether your company performed R&D, and if so, provide the total expenses for the year.
Complete section 3 on company activities, marking whether your company leased employees, generated sales, or earned royalties from intellectual property.
If your company engaged in manufacturing activities, respond to questions in section 3D regarding manufacturing operations and services.
Review all entries for accuracy. Ensure that any errors in name or address are corrected.
Sign and date the form where indicated, confirming the information provided is complete and correct.
Mail the completed form to the U.S. Census Bureau at the address provided on the form.

Your completed NC99001 form is critical for maintaining compliance with reporting requirements. Please take care to provide accurate information to minimize any potential issues.

What You Should Know About This Form

What is the purpose of the NC-99001 form?

The NC-99001 form is designed to collect information about the establishments operated by businesses. It aims to ensure the U.S. Census Bureau has an accurate and up-to-date list of business locations and their activities. This information covers establishments that were operational or under construction during 2013. Additionally, the form gathers details about ownership structures and financial activities related to research and development.

Who is required to complete the NC-99001 form?

Any business or organization that receives the NC-99001 form from the U.S. Census Bureau is legally required to fill it out and return it. This obligation comes from Title 13 of the United States Code, which mandates that organizations provide accurate responses to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the nation’s economic activities.

How is the information from the NC-99001 form kept confidential?

The U.S. Census Bureau takes privacy seriously. Your responses are confidential and are viewed only by individuals sworn to uphold the confidentiality of the data. The information collected is used solely for statistical purposes. Furthermore, any copies retained by respondents are protected from legal processes, adding another layer of privacy to the participants.

What happens if a company fails to report information requested in the NC-99001 form?

Failure to complete and return the NC-99001 form can result in penalties. The law requires that the requested information be reported, and noncompliance can lead to legal consequences. It is important for recipients of the form to understand their obligation and submit it as required.

What kind of questions are included in the NC-99001 form?

The NC-99001 form includes various questions about the ownership structure of the business, the extent of research and development activities, and financial data. These questions may ask about domestic and foreign ownership percentages, revenues, and whether the company has engaged in contract manufacturing or licensing activities. Detailed instructions accompany the questions to ensure clarity in providing accurate information.

Common mistakes

Filling out the NC99001 form can be a straightforward process, but there are common mistakes that can occur. One significant error is providing incorrect company information. Details such as the business name, address, and Employer Identification Number (EIN) must be accurate. An incorrect ZIP code or company name can lead to processing delays or complications.

Another frequent mistake involves the misinterpretation of ownership questions. Respondents may fail to accurately indicate the percentage of ownership held by domestic or foreign entities. It is essential to respond to questions about ownership and control thoughtfully. Marking multiple boxes for ownership percentages is a common error that can lead to confusion about the organization's structure.

Many people overlook the specific instructions regarding dollar amounts. When reporting revenues and expenses, it is crucial to round figures properly and follow the designated formats. For instance, the form asks for amounts to be reported in thousands, millions, or billions. Neglecting to align reported figures with these instructions can result in inaccuracies.

Additionally, respondents often do not properly review prelisted information. The form may contain preloaded details that shouldn't be altered. Copying prelisted entries can lead to duplicate entries, which complicates data evaluation. It's vital to verify the prelisted data before proceeding with the new entries.

Using the wrong writing instrument can also hinder the submission process. The form specifically requires a blue or black ballpoint pen. Utilizing a felt-tip pen or pencil can render entries illegible and ultimately result in rejection or a need to resubmit.

Moreover, misplacing an “X” in checkbox fields can cause misinterpretation of answers. It’s important to place an “X” completely within the box for clarity. Failing to do this leads to unclear responses that may prevent accurate data collection.

Another pitfall involves incorrect reporting of inter-company sales. Organizations often forget to include or exclude sales correctly, depending on the indicated instructions. This oversight can significantly impact the reported operating revenues and net sales.

Lastly, individuals filling out the form sometimes neglect to provide complete answers to all parts of each question. Skipping sections or leaving boxes blank can result in incomplete data collection, hindering the Census Bureau's ability to gather accurate information. Ensuring that every applicable field is addressed is essential for a successful submission.

Documents used along the form

In addition to the NC99001 form, several other documents and forms are typically used by businesses when reporting information to the U.S. Census Bureau. Below is a brief overview of these supplementary documents. It is important to have a complete understanding of each to ensure compliance and accuracy in reporting.

Form NC-99002: This form is used to provide additional financial and employment information from the previous year. It focuses on income derived from business activities and the number of employees working for the organization during the reporting period.
Form SC-99001: This document serves as a supplemental schedule detailing the expenses related to research and development. It seeks to collect data on R&D spending and how it contributes to the overall business landscape.
Form NC-99003: Organizations fill out this form to declare their company's ownership structure and to report international affiliations. It requires detailed information regarding subsidiaries and foreign investments.
Form NC-99004: This form is used to capture additional information on specific company activities. It collects data about manufacturing practices and any licensing agreements related to intellectual property.

Understanding how these forms and documents work together with the NC99001 form can streamline the reporting process. Completing them accurately will contribute to valuable data that assists in economic research and policy development.

Similar forms

The NC99001 form is a reporting requirement issued by the U.S. Census Bureau. It gathers essential information about businesses' organizational structures, ownership, and operational activities. Similar documents serve comparable purposes and may be used for data collection or regulatory compliance. Below are seven documents that bear similarities to the NC99001 form:

IRS Form 941: This form is used by employers to report income taxes, Social Security tax, and Medicare tax withheld from employee paychecks. Like the NC99001, it is essential for federal reporting and compliance with tax obligations.
IRS Form 990: Non-profit organizations utilize this form to report financial information to the IRS. It shares a similar structure of collecting organizational and financial data, ensuring accountability and transparency in operations.
Form S-1: Companies filing to go public must use this registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). It collects vital data about the company’s business, much like the ownership and operational inquiries in the NC99001.
Form 10-K: Public companies submit this comprehensive annual report to the SEC. It includes detailed financial statements and business operations, representing a broader and more in-depth reporting requirement similar to those in the NC99001.
NAICS Report: Businesses use this document to identify their industry classification according to the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). Both documents focus on economic data collection for statistical purposes.
State Business Registration Forms: These forms are necessary for legal business operations within each state. They require information about ownership and business structure, paralleling the data collection aims of the NC99001.
W-2 Form: Employers issue this form to report annual wages and taxes withheld for each employee. While focused on employment data, it encapsulates tax-related requirements similar to federal guidelines stipulated by the NC99001.

Dos and Don'ts

When filling out the NC99001 form, keep these important tips in mind:

Do use a blue or black ballpoint pen to fill out the form.
Do make sure to center your answers in the corresponding boxes.
Do check for accuracy in your company's information before submission.
Do ensure you read all definitions and instructions provided with the form.

Don't use pencil or felt-tip pens when completing the form.
Don't duplicate any of the establishments that are already prelisted.
Don't ignore any sections of the form that apply to your organization.
Don't forget to include your 11-digit Census File Number (CFN) in your correspondence.

Misconceptions

The NC-99001 form is a report of organization issued by the U.S. Census Bureau. However, several misconceptions exist about this form. Here is a list of nine common misunderstandings:

Only large companies need to fill it out. All businesses and organizations that receive the NC-99001 are required to respond, regardless of their size.
Responses are not mandatory. Under Title 13 of the United States Code, completing and returning the form is a legal requirement.
Confidentiality isn't guaranteed. The law mandates that all responses remain confidential and are used solely for statistical purposes.
The form can be filled out using any writing instrument. Only blue or black ballpoint pens are acceptable for completing the NC-99001.
Information on the form is irrelevant. The data collected aims to update the Census Bureau’s records on business establishments, ensuring accurate economic statistics.
Only U.S. operations need to be reported. The form may require information on both domestic and foreign activities if applicable.
Submitting inaccurate information has no consequences. Providing false or misleading information could lead to legal repercussions due to the reporting requirements.
All requested information is optional. Specific items, especially regarding ownership and operations, are necessary for a complete and compliant submission.
You can omit subsidiaries from the report. The form explicitly asks for the information on all establishments, including those of subsidiaries.

Understanding these misconceptions can help ensure compliance with reporting requirements and contribute to the accuracy of national economic data.

Key takeaways

The NC99001 form, created by the U.S. Census Bureau, serves an essential function in gathering detailed information about organizations operating in the United States. Here are four key takeaways when filling out and using this form:

Legal Requirement: Completing this form is not optional. Federal law mandates that all businesses receiving it must respond accurately and return it to the Census Bureau.
Confidentiality Assurance: The information provided on the NC99001 form is confidential. Only authorized personnel will have access to the data, which can only be used for statistical purposes.
Detailed Reporting: The form seeks information about various aspects of your organization's operations, such as ownership structure, research and development (R&D) activities, and revenue details. Pay close attention to ensure all relevant establishments are included and to avoid duplication of pre-listed information.
Follow Instructions Carefully: It is crucial to adhere to the specific instructions provided with the form. This includes guidelines on using a ballpoint pen, centering your responses in the provided boxes, and avoiding certain practices like using pencil or slashes through numbers.

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