The 2-cup bowl,anti-skid base,and comfort soft-grip lid keep it steady on the counter while you work. No batteries,no cord-and-plug,no power outlet needed. Do not use for ice or hard frozen foods. BPA-FREE,FOOD-SAFE BUILD WITH CONCEALED BLADES: The bowl and lid are made from BPA-free,food-safe plastic,and the 2 sharp stainless steel blades stay fully concealed inside the bowl during use,so your hands never touch the cutting area.