One-piece polycarbonate construction Handle has notch so spoon can rest on edge of food pan, and slot at end for hanging Polycarbonate (PC) is resistant to staining, breaking and chipping Polycarbonate is sometimes weakened by repeated cycles in a dishwasher and stress cracks are one of the indicators of this. Polycarbonate may be considered dishwasher safe but damage resulting from washing may vary depending on temperature and location in dishwasher. NSF Listed as N4410