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Marischino Cherries
Marischino Cherries by Great Value provides 160 kcal per 100 g, with 40 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food).
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Total fat | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 40 g |
| Total sugars | 40 g |
| Added sugars | 14.5 g |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values).
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Fat-free
- 0 g fat per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
- Low saturated fat
- 0 g per 100 g, 0% of calories (EU: no more than 1.5 g per 100 g and 10% of calories)
- Sodium-free
- 0 mg sodium per 100 g (EU: no more than 5 mg per 100 g)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Ingredients
CHERRIES, WATER, CORN SYRUP, HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP, NATURAL & ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, MALIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SORBATE (PRESERVATIVE), SODIUM BENZOATE (PRESERVATIVE), FD&C RED 40 (COLOR), SULFUR DIOXIDE (PRESERVATIVE)
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- KosherOrthodox Union Kosher
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0078742367330
Prices reported by shoppers
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Recipe & label changes
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October 9, 2026
- NOVA group: — → 4
Changes to this product's label data recorded since Foodmetria started tracking it.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Marischino Cherries?
Marischino Cherries contains 160 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Marischino Cherries?
Marischino Cherries has 40 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Marischino Cherries healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Does Marischino Cherries contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using it by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars it from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars it from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with it. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated October 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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