The Microplane Gourmet Series Ultra Coarse Cheese Grater is ideal for grating vegetables and hard cheese quickly. The 4" wide blade is larger than standard cheese graters and is perfect for larger quantities. It also has a comfortable handle, non-slip base, and reusable cover. It is dishwasher safe and should be rinsed after use, with particles removed from both sides. The blade is made in the USA and assembled in Mexico.