Tea Infuser Mesh Basket is used primarily for steeping loose-leaf tea in a mug or teapot inside a fine stainless basket that is lifted out when brewing is done. This page lists the industries and assemblies where it is specified, the selection criteria that matter for each application, handling and installation practice, and the cases where a different mesh, screen or filter type is the correct choice. It is supplied to FDA 21 CFR / EU 1935/2004 food contact.
Typical Applications for Tea Infuser Mesh Basket
Where Tea Infuser Mesh Basket is specified and bought:
- Tea retailers: branded infusers sold with loose-leaf collections.
- Hospitality: in-room and restaurant tea service.
- Teapot makers: built-in infuser baskets.
- Gift & promotional: tea-ball infusers with chain and hook.
How to Specify Tea Infuser Mesh Basket for Your Application
- Diameter & depth: Deep baskets let leaves expand; match the mug or pot opening.
- Hole size: 0.15 mm for most teas; 0.10 mm for rooibos and broken leaf.
- Handles & lid: Folding handles rest on the rim; the lid doubles as a drip tray.
- Standard: Quote FDA 21 CFR / EU 1935/2004 food contact and the size designation from the table on the product page, plus any value you changed in the technical drawing.
Handling & Installation Practice
- Leave space for leaves to unfurl; fill no more than a third of the basket.
- Clean tannin stains with baking soda paste rather than abrasive pads.
Common Selection Mistakes with Tea Infuser Mesh Basket
- Choosing a small tea ball for whole-leaf oolong, which cannot open up.
- Using a coarse infuser for rooibos, which escapes into the cup.
Where Tea Infuser Mesh Basket Is Not the Right Choice
Not for large batch brewing in urns, where a cartridge or bag is better.
