Microplane Grater

Microplane is a renowned brand specializing in exceptionally sharp and effective culinary tools, particularly graters and zesters. The company originated in 1967 when Louis and Richard Grace established a business in Michigan, which later moved to Arkansas in 1976. Initially, they produced components for computer printers. In the early 1990s, as the printer industry shifted towards laser printers, they diversified into producing sharp teeth for woodworking tools. In 1994, a Canadian catalog began marketing their woodworking tools as food graters, leading to unexpected success. By the late 1990s, renowned chefs like Martha Stewart and Julia Child were using Microplane products. The company is 100% employee-owned, with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in place. Manufacturing primarily occurs in the USA, with blades made in Russellville, Arkansas, and assembly in Mexico. This approach allows the company to maintain high-quality standards while managing production costs effectively.