Question: is formaldehyde in maraschino cherries?
Answer: Myths & Facts: MYTH: Maraschino cherries are preserved with formaldehyde. FACT: Absolutely no formaldehyde is used i make maraschino cherries. ... FACT: Maraschino manufacturers use FD&C Red Dye #40, the same dye used in Doritos, chewing gum, food coloring, and egg dye, say Payne.