Cherries Safety Inspection
Detect artificial red dyes and chemical preservatives in cherries
Inspection Guide
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Cherry Purity Check
Cherries are sometimes treated with artificial red dyes to look more attractive and hide aging.
1. The Water Soak Test:
Soak cherries in a bowl of water for 20 minutes. Natural cherries will not color the water. If the water turns pink or red, they have been surface-dyed.
2. The Wet Cloth Rub Test:
Rub a cherry with a wet white cloth or tissue. If red color transfers to the cloth, it's a clear sign of artificial dye treatment.
3. The Stem Color Check:
Natural ripe cherries often have brown or slightly dry stems. If the fruit is dark red but the stem is bright, fluorescent green, it indicates chemical intervention or dye treatment.
Quick Safety Tips
- Soak in water - color leaching means artificial dye
- Rub with wet cloth to check for dye transfer
- Bright green stems on dark fruit are suspicious
- Always wash multiple times under running water
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