{"product_id":"brass-masala-dabba-spice-box","title":"Brass Masala Dabba - 8in Spice Box with 7 Bowls and Spoon","description":"\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003emasala dabba\u003c\/strong\u003e is the round spice tin that sits beside the stove in most Indian kitchens - one lidded box holding seven small bowls, so the whole day's spices come out in one hand. This one is brass rather than the usual steel, 8 inches across, with a hand-engraved mandala on the lid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 in diameter · 2.5 in height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContents: brass box with lid, 7 removable bowls, 1 spoon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight 900 g (approx. 32 oz \/ 2 lb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: hand-engraved mandala motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted in India\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this one\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrass, not stainless steel.\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost every masala dabba sold is pressed steel. This one is 900 g of brass and is meant to sit out on the counter rather than live in a cupboard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeven removable bowls and a spoon\u003c\/strong\u003e, the standard configuration - turmeric, chilli, cumin, coriander, mustard, salt and whatever the seventh is in your house.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-engraved mandala lid\u003c\/strong\u003e, done in India, which is what makes it a counter object rather than a storage tin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the counter beside the stove, which is where it earns its keep. Also used on a dining table for condiments, or on a shelf holding dry fruit and nuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA housewarming or wedding gift for someone who actually cooks, and a common Diwali gift. It is the rare decorative brass piece that gets used every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it food safe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, brass has been used for Indian cookware and storage for centuries. Keep it dry and clean it regularly - acidic spices left damp against bare brass will mark it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I put it in the dishwasher?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Hand wash the bowls with a mild non-abrasive soap and dry them immediately with a soft cotton cloth. Dishwasher detergent will strip the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many spices does it hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSeven, one per bowl. The bowls lift out so you can wash or refill them individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it seal airtight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe lid seats snugly and keeps dust out, but it is not a vacuum seal. For whole spices you want to keep for months, an airtight jar is better - this is for what you cook with weekly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the finish change over time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBrass darkens naturally. Polish it back with a standard brass cleaner if you prefer it bright, or leave it to deepen - both are normal and neither harms the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I clean the outside?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWipe with a dry cloth. Brass polish or a lemon-and-salt rub restores the shine when it dulls. Keep polish away from the inside of the bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if it arrives damaged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping is insured. Photograph the damage, email contact@urliutsav.com, and we will replace it or make it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I return it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, within 30 days in original condition and packaging. Return shipping is arranged and paid by the customer, so please check the dimensions against your space first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree insured shipping across the USA and Canada. Ships from San Ramon, California, usually within one business day. Brass is heavy and we pack it accordingly - if anything arrives damaged, send us a photo and we will resolve it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee more brass decor and spiritual pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/urliutsav.com\/collections\/brass-love\"\u003eBrass Love Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Urli Utsav Decor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43436811616307,"sku":"masalabox","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0579\/1534\/2899\/files\/brass-masalabox-1.jpg?v=1749273653","url":"https:\/\/urliutsav.com\/products\/brass-masala-dabba-spice-box","provider":"Urli Utsav","version":"1.0","type":"link"}