The Carlisle 4039700 Sparta Wide Brush features double-boiled, bleached, and sterilized tapered nylon bristles with chisel-point trim that provide superior surface coverage. Its professional, high quality lacquered hardwood handle with brown nylon ferrules is the choice of top chefs. The bristles are epoxy-set in ferrules to provide superior bristle retention and to prevent bacteria harboring in air pockets. This brush is the perfect choice for high fluid retention and fine pastry washes and withstands temperatures of up to 300°F. BPA free.