Why latiao isn't gluten free
The "gluten" in latiao is the point — the snack is built from wheat protein (gluten) or wheat flour formed into strips, then steamed and dressed with chili oil and spices. There's no gluten-free grain standing in for the wheat; the wheat is the structure. So unless a maker specifically reformulates with rice or another flour, latiao contains gluten.
Other common allergens
Beyond wheat, latiao often contains soy (in the soy sauce / soybean oil base) and sometimes sesame. Chocolate bites are a different category and may contain milk, wheat or soy depending on the item. The safe move is to check the contains-statement on the specific product, not the category.
How to read our ingredients line
Every product page on our site lists the full ingredients and a contains-statement for major allergens (wheat, soy, milk, sesame and so on). If a label matters for your health, read that line before adding to cart — and email us through the contact page if you want the exact factory wording for a specific batch.
Gluten-free options in our catalog
We don't currently carry certified gluten-free snacks, and we'd rather be honest about that than hint otherwise. Some chocolate bites are made without wheat, but because recipes differ by item we list allergens per product instead of by aisle. If gluten-free is a must, filter by reading each product's contains-statement rather than assuming a whole category is safe.
Browse the shelf →Frequently asked
Is latiao vegan, at least?
Yes — traditional latiao is plant-based (wheat gluten, oil, chili, spices), and our mala strips are vegan. Check the ingredients line to confirm per maker.
What if I have a sesame allergy?
Some recipes include sesame. Read each product page's contains-statement and reach out via contact if you need batch-specific details.