HIC Kithcen's Bamboo Toast Tongs removes hot foods from the toaster safely and easily. Made from 100-percent natural bamboo, they're lightweight, yet strong, and will not scratch delicate surfaces. Great for toast, bagels, toaster pastries, pocket foods, pizza bites, and more. Grips toasted foods securely without crushing them and keeps fingers safe from heat. Stores away easily in a kitchen gadget drawer or looks great in a utensil holder on the counter, always at the ready. Made from 100-percent natural bamboo to be lightweight, strong, and less absorbent than wood. Although bamboo is technically a grass, its tensile strength is comparable to that of steel, making it extremely strong and durable.