Brand | Microplane |
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Model Number | 40020 |
Colour | Black |
Product Dimensions | 30.48 x 3.33 x 2.54 cm; 56.7 g |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Special Features | dishwasher safe |
Item Weight | 56.7 g |
Microplane #40020 Classic Grater/Zester, Black
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Colour | Black |
Material | Stainless Steel |
Brand | Microplane |
Style | Ergonomic,Magnetic |
Item weight | 0.13 Pounds |
Shape | Tooth |
Is dishwasher safe | Yes |
Manufacturer | Microplane |
UPC | 692193988403 692193988410 098399400204 087989675467 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00098399400204 |
About this item
- Designed to extract the best flavor from your food
- High-quality stainless steel with grating edges that stay razor sharp
- Excellent for hard cheeses,onions, citrus fruits, ginger and more
- Blade measures 8-1/2 inches long; ergonomic black plastic handle
- Hand wash and dry thoroughly
- Dishwasher safe. NOTE: Item may or may not include the protective cover
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Microplane Classic Zester Equips You for Zesting and Grating Just Like the Cooking Shows

Microplane is all about the blade. Over 25 years of USA manufactured etched ultra-sharp blades, means you will receive a durable, stainless steel, zester that will grate hard spices like cinnamon, and nutmeg. Without losing a beat, or a sharp tooth, this zester will also zest citruses like oranges, limes, and lemons. Try it with hard cheese for the topping any dish with parmesan or Asiago cheese. The hard plastic handle provides a sturdy grip. We know there are many choices out there, choose the tool that is most often cited as a top kitchen tool. Don't settle for a knock-off.
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ASIN | B00004S7V8 |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #45,724 in Home (See Top 100 in Home) #62 in Graters |
Date First Available | June 21 2010 |
Manufacturer | Microplane |
Place of Business | RUSSELLVILLE, AR, 72802 US |
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The blade is designed with a specific tooth set that takes the flavorful rind directly off the citrus fruit, while leaving behind the bitter white pith. Zest adds flavor to vinaigrettes, stir fries, salads, and baked goods. grate cheese: grate parmesan into fluffy mounds that melt quickly and look beautiful when treating yourself of family to rustic bowls of pasta. Sprinkle fresh parmesan over eggs, salads, or any dish for a burst of flavor. Surgical grade stainless steel: this material stays rust-free and maintains sharpness over time. True stainless steel is magnetic, so this item can be hung on your magnetic knife strip. Dishwasher safe: the tool is easy to clean, simply rinse immediately after use. Use a kitchen brush on the underside of the blade to clean out tough to reach particles. The zester/grater can also be placed in the dishwasher. This tool is normally used to grate citrus for perfect lemon, lime, and orange zests or to create pillowy mounds of parmesan cheese. Microplane premium classic zester graters a versatile must-have tool for the kitchen. this tool is normally used to grate citrus for perfect lemon, lime, and orange zests or to create pillowy mounds of parmesan cheese. However, it is also a great tool for grating spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and even chilies into fresh ground powders. If your dish requires fresh grated ginger or garlic, this tool will do that job as well. Customers have let us know that they even use this tool to remove burnt edges from cookies and bread. What will you use it for? what is the difference between original classic and premium classic? the premium classic zester grater by Microplane provides a soft touch handle, instead of hard plastic. In addition this line provides a choice of handle colors. You can expect the same grating or zesting experience with either tool.
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Customers find the food grater to be a great product that works well. It's well-made and durable, with a sharp blade that stays sharp. They find it easy to clean and dishwasher safe. The grater is excellent for zesting citrus fruits and hard cheeses.
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Customers like the food grater. They say it works well, has a sharp blade, and a comfortable handle. It gets all the zest off whatever you are zesting. Some say it's the best grater they have used.
"...This is one of the best zesters in the market, with high quality stainless steel, durable construction, and super sharp blades that work..." Read more
"Absolutely amazing, will always recommend one of these to people. So versatile and just an awesome tool to have in the kitchen." Read more
"...The Microplane one works perfectly fine for a grater. The issue is the steel does not stay sharp for very long...." Read more
"I love this zester! I bake and cook a lot. And this is the best zester I've used. It's sharp. It's durable. It's top quality...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the food grater's build quality. They say it's well-made, durable, and works well. Some mention it can withstand dishwasher use and lasts a long time.
"...best zesters in the market, with high quality stainless steel, durable construction, and super sharp blades that work wonders...." Read more
"...This item feels secure when using and is of sturdy construction. I rinse with warm water right after using and lay it on paper towel to air dry." Read more
"...And this is the best zester I've used. It's sharp. It's durable. It's top quality. I've grated ginger & frozen parmesan cheese with ease...." Read more
"Good quality a little hard to clean but I think any product like this would be" Read more
Customers appreciate the food grater's sharpness. They find it easy to use and say the plastic guard keeps it sharp when not in use. The grater pores are sharp, which helps getting the job done more quickly. The cutting edges make a big difference and produce great gratings.
"...with high quality stainless steel, durable construction, and super sharp blades that work wonders...." Read more
"...I also love that it comes with it's own case to keep it sharp and safe while in the drawer. It's held up for 4 years and still going strong...." Read more
"...The handle is great and the plastic guard keeps it sharp in my drawer when not in use." Read more
"Great product. Super sharp blade and comfy handle. Great value for the price." Read more
Customers appreciate the food grater's ease of cleaning. They find it easy to use and clean, and mention it's dishwasher safe. It can grate hard spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with ease, as well as zest citrus fruits like oranges and limes.
"...It can grate hard spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with ease, and it also zests citrus fruits like oranges, limes, and lemons without taking any of..." Read more
"...Cleaning isn't too bad, just be careful you go "with the grain" and not against it or you'll shred your sponge." Read more
"Good quality a little hard to clean but I think any product like this would be" Read more
"Lightweight and convenient to use. Rinses clean." Read more
Customers appreciate the food grater's zesting capacity. They find it ideal for zesting citrus fruits, lemon rind, and garlic. The fine grate is suitable for grating cheeses like Parmesan, fresh garlic, and ginger. It works well for quickly and easily zesting citrus fruits like lemons, limes, oranges, and limes.
"...spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with ease, and it also zests citrus fruits like oranges, limes, and lemons without taking any of the bitter white..." Read more
"...Use it to add an extra punch of citrus on top of your mixed cocktails, like a G&T. You're welcome!..." Read more
"This greater will change your life - same cheese and its taste so much better now!" Read more
"...It's ideal for zesting citrus fruits; taking off only the flavourful color part of the peel and not the bitter white part that lays further..." Read more
Customers appreciate the food grater's ease of use. They find it handy for quickly and easily zesting citrus, grating hard cheeses, and keeping organized due to its length. The sharp blades make it a breeze to grate everything they use it for. Customers appreciate its simplicity, ease of organization, and ability to transfer zest to a bowl very easily.
"...This zester is worth every penny. It's easy to use, comfortable to hold, and dishwasher safe...." Read more
"All these tools are great for their simplicity. The Microplane one works perfectly fine for a grater...." Read more
"...I often reach for it in my kitchen because it is so easy to use and learn...." Read more
"Lightweight and convenient to use. Rinses clean." Read more
Customers appreciate the food grater's fast and fine grating speed. They find it sharp, so it grates with ease even for hard ingredients like ginger. The grater produces fine shavings with little effort, and it grates ginger at 3 times the speed it takes them using the box grater.
"...Minor complaints aside, it does a quick job producing lots of fine zest so overall very happy." Read more
"Grates perfectly dose not plug up the grater. The best I have ever used and I have bought many. This is the best one" Read more
"...They last very long and work very well. It is very sharp so it grates with ease even for really hard ingredients like nutmeg. Will buy again." Read more
"...Effortless grating and zesting, I won't be without one in the kitchen. It is amazing what a difference a microplane can make." Read more
Customers find the food grater useful for grating and zesting. They say it's easy to use and helpful in the kitchen. Some customers mention it's nice to work with and easy on arthritis-prone hands. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's performance and consider it a worthwhile purchase.
"...So versatile and just an awesome tool to have in the kitchen." Read more
"...This was extremely helpful and easy to use. We have also used it for garlic and ginger. Really sharp, but easy to handle...." Read more
"This product has really stepped up my bar game. It shaves my bars of baking chocolate over my dessert martinis so easily, and is a breeze to clean...." Read more
"Does exactly what it days it does, and it does a grate job. (Cringe)..." Read more
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- Reviewed in Canada on January 24, 2024Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseI bought this zester after reading many positive reviews and I'm glad I did. This is one of the best zesters in the market, with high quality stainless steel, durable construction, and super sharp blades that work wonders.
It can grate hard spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with ease, and it also zests citrus fruits like oranges, limes, and lemons without taking any of the bitter white pith. It's perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your dishes and drinks. I also love using it with hard cheese like parmesan or Asiago to create fluffy swirls that melt in the sauce.
It's a must-have tool that does not break the bank. I've tried cheaper knock-offs and they were a waste of money. They were dull, flimsy, and hard to clean. This zester is worth every penny. It's easy to use, comfortable to hold, and dishwasher safe. It also comes with a protective cover to keep it sharp and safe in the drawer. I highly recommend this product to anyone who loves cooking and baking. It's a game-changer in the kitchen.
I bought this zester after reading many positive reviews and I'm glad I did. This is one of the best zesters in the market, with high quality stainless steel, durable construction, and super sharp blades that work wonders.
It can grate hard spices like cinnamon and nutmeg with ease, and it also zests citrus fruits like oranges, limes, and lemons without taking any of the bitter white pith. It's perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your dishes and drinks. I also love using it with hard cheese like parmesan or Asiago to create fluffy swirls that melt in the sauce.
It's a must-have tool that does not break the bank. I've tried cheaper knock-offs and they were a waste of money. They were dull, flimsy, and hard to clean. This zester is worth every penny. It's easy to use, comfortable to hold, and dishwasher safe. It also comes with a protective cover to keep it sharp and safe in the drawer. I highly recommend this product to anyone who loves cooking and baking. It's a game-changer in the kitchen.
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- Reviewed in Canada on September 11, 2023Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseWhy did I wait so long to buy a zester that works. Use it to add an extra punch of citrus on top of your mixed cocktails, like a G&T. You're welcome!
Comes with am sturdy plastic guard so you don't accidentally zest your knuckles when moving things around in the kitchen drawer. Squeeze the plastic guard slightly as you insert the blade.
This item feels secure when using and is of sturdy construction. I rinse with warm water right after using and lay it on paper towel to air dry.
- Reviewed in Canada on September 30, 2024Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseAbsolutely amazing, will always recommend one of these to people.
So versatile and just an awesome tool to have in the kitchen.
- Reviewed in Canada on May 5, 2024Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseIt's a Microplane for half the cost of all the other Microplanes on Amazon. The only complaint is that the handle is plastic so can be a little uncomfortable. Cleaning isn't too bad, just be careful you go "with the grain" and not against it or you'll shred your sponge.
- Reviewed in Canada on August 2, 2024Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseAll these tools are great for their simplicity. The Microplane one works perfectly fine for a grater. The issue is the steel does not stay sharp for very long. If you use these tools often, you'll have to change them often. I personally do not know how to avoid the dulling effect.
It's been just a couple weeks, and I can already tell it's less efficient than when I received it.
A 5 star tool would have a way to last long, this one I have no idea how to keep it sharp.
- Reviewed in Canada on August 13, 2024Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseThis greater will change your life - same cheese and its taste so much better now!
- Reviewed in Canada on September 27, 2014Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseI love this zester! I bake and cook a lot. And this is the best zester I've used. It's sharp. It's durable. It's top quality. I've grated ginger & frozen parmesan cheese with ease. It's ideal for zesting citrus fruits; taking off only the flavourful color part of the peel and not the bitter white part that lays further underneath. It's so sharp and zests so finely that its an absolute pleasure to use (anyone who uses a good quality sharp knife knows the feeling/satisfaction I'm talking about here). I've even noticed this zester being used on some cooking programs on tv. I also love that it comes with it's own case to keep it sharp and safe while in the drawer. It's held up for 4 years and still going strong. When my partner recently left me and took this zester with him, I went out and bought an exact replacement from amazon, not even bothering to look at anything else because in my mind THIS is the IDEAL zester. Look no further my friend. Get this!
- Reviewed in Canada on July 2, 2024Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchasePerfect for anything you need to Microplane, lemons, cheese, nutmeg, or garlic. I often reach for it in my kitchen because it is so easy to use and learn. The handle is great and the plastic guard keeps it sharp in my drawer when not in use.
Top reviews from other countries
- David O.Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Great addition for every kitchen
Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseThe Microplane Classic Zester Grater is a must-have kitchen tool for anyone who loves adding fresh zest or finely grated ingredients to their dishes. Its ultra-sharp stainless steel blades effortlessly zest citrus fruits, grate cheese, garlic, ginger, and more with minimal effort. Compact yet highly effective, it delivers precise, uniform results every time. Perfect for home cooks and professionals alike, it’s a versatile and durable tool that stands the test of time.
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BRUNO D.Reviewed in Brazil on November 23, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Muito bom, recomendo
Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseProduto muito bom. Rala os alimentos bem fino e veio bem embalado. É muito bem contruído e vai durar por muitos anos.
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JESUS RAMON PARRAReviewed in Mexico on August 25, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente producto
Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified PurchaseEs más grande de lo que se ve en la fotografía
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あまこReviewed in Japan on November 28, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars いい感じに削れます。
Item Parcel Quantity: 1Colour Name: BlackVerified Purchaseそんなに頻繁には使わないのですがレモンの皮やチョコレートなどお菓子作りに使う事が多いです。
とても切れ味良く削れ具合がいい感じで重宝しています。