This large stainless steel food container with lid and built-in-spoon can be used for a long list of spices, sugars, and non-food items, try chili peppers, chia seeds, fennel seeds, cacao, parsley, powdered coffee creamer, and sugar. This item offers convenience. No more fishing around in the spice cabinet for items you use every day. To use simply lift the build-in spoon which holds almost 1 teaspoon, remove the lid and scoop whatever spice you place in it!