The product contains gluten. We consider "gluten free" to mean that no gluten ingredients are in the product, whether directly added, or potentially present due to cross-contact. In other words, if a product label has an allergen advisory statement, such as "may contain wheat", we do not consider that product to be gluten free. We recommend to always check the label for the most current information before purchasing or consuming a product.

Not sure, never looked for date, but I’ve bought three boxes so far and each box was fresh off the shelf quality. Looked long time for them and happy with them.