Bamboo Cutting Board by Kitchingenious - Made From Organic & Sustainably Harvested Tortoise Shell Bamboo - Original Crescent Design for Easy Placement of Chopped Food The Crescent Cut Offers both Utility and Beauty, Large, 17"x11", yet Lightweight and Easy to Use. Allows for easy placement of chopped food into skillets, bowls, and onto plates. The open drip groove allows you to use the juice, and makes for easy cleaning. Cutout makes for easy handling and hanging on walls or hooks. Made from Organically Grown and Sustainably Harvested Tortoise Shell Bamboo. Bamboo is in the grass family, but harder and less porous than most hardwoods making it ideal for use as a cutting board. It absorbs very little moisture and resists scarring. Bamboo has Natural Anti-bacterial Properties Making it Ideal for Use in the Kitchen. The bamboo plant contains an anti-microbial agent called 'kun'. Kun makes bamboo anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and odor resistant. Contains no dyes, artificial coloring or other toxic chemicals. The Elegant Design Makes the Kitchingenious Cutting Board a Welcome Addition to Your Kitchen. The unique design allows it to serve not only as a cutting board for vegetables, meats, breads and herbs; the stylish design makes the ideal serving platter for your favorite appetizers. The elegant design makes it the ideal gift for all occasions, including weddings, house warmings, birthdays and holidays. All cutting boards should be treated with a food safe seasoning oil prior to use, and regularly thereafter. Cleans easily with warm soap and water. Wipe or air dry.