I used to check the "yes" box when I was returning from Italy with dried pasta, olive oil and vinegar. Of course, I also probably had a bottle of Grappa and a couple of small bottles of mineral water. I was always sent to the Ag inspector. Now, I just check the "no" box as I don't feel that these products are a threat to public health in the U.S.(nor are they about to be selected by the Ag canines). It is best to bear in mind that we really should not be bringing in fresh fruit, meat and cheese; you might also want to forget about picking up that nice-looking pate in the refrigerated case in Paris.