Actually not if you shop exclusively in the “Grocery and Gourmet Food” section.

We learned during Covid that most, if not all, of the sellers were either the manufacturers, themselves, or legit distributors, both operating through their own Amazon “stores,” and thus have a stake in ensuring freshness. In fact, most post best by or expiration dates where applicable.

Great way to not only get staples and such, but experience new, diverse, and yes, international items conveniently delivered to your door.

Especially handy for the immunocompromised, during lockdowns, inclement weather, or just preferring to be homebodies in the coziness of your home.