The dishwasher safe feature of the baskets make hygienic clean up and maintenance easy! these baskets can also be used as holders for other household items such as holders for beauty products or toiletries. The possibilities are as limitless as your imagination! unlike woven Willow or wicker baskets, Color basket product's are hand-woven synthetic cord baskets made out of solid cord polypropylene which is resistant to mold, mildew, dirt, and bacteria. They are 100% nontoxic, BPA free, and are suitable for direct food use. Color basket products are also resistant to color discoloration and are easily cleaned and maintained with a damp cloth. These baskets are also certified to be dishwasher safe and microwave safe. Color basket provides the functionality of synthetic fiber with the elegance of organic baskets. Color basket products are SGS laboratories certified to be suitable for food use, microwave use, and dishwasher use. It is also certified under the new European food contact standard () to be food contact safe and BPA free.