A: Hi Raychel, I’m Rebecca with OXO. Thanks for the great question! This strainer has a fine-grid mesh for draining the excess liquid from just about any food, including fruit, vegetables, and pasta. Please feel free to contact us at tellus@oxo.com with any more questions or comments. Thoughtfully yours, OXO

A: Hello! The item in this listing is our 8" Strainer. The bowl of the strainer is 8" in diameter.

A: Hello! Thank you for your question. The 8" Strainer capacity is roughly 1.16L when filled.

A: For over 25 years, the safety and comfort of OXO consumers have been our priority. Our products undergo extensive, rigorous testing through third-party, independent labs for lead, BPA, phthalates, and other potentially harmful chemicals. In addition, we monitor and ensure the products meet or exceed the applicable domestic and international regulations, including those in California Proposition 65, and of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), as well as industry and additional corporate quality standards.

A: Absolutely, this strainer is ideal for big batch cooking, such as draining large pots of pasta.

A: The strainer is dishwasher-safe, making it easy to clean after use.

A: The strainer features a non-slip grip which ensures secure handling, even when wet.

A: Yes, the fine mesh design is perfect for rinsing vegetables and other foods.

A: The strainer weighs 7.0 ounces, making it lightweight and easy to handle.

A: Hello! Thank you for your question. Our 8" Strainer would be able to work for quinoa.