Every standard SAMA Homes Masala Dabba comes as a complete heirloom set including: (1) the outer cylindrical box with fitted lid (and inner dust lid on classic solid-top models), (2) 7 removable internal bowls (katoris), and (3) a traditional small brass measuring spoon. We also carry multi-compartment dry-fruit and mukhwas boxes—check each product listing for exact dimensions and bowl count.

Clear glass jars expose ground and whole spices to kitchen light and UV rays, which rapidly oxidize delicate volatile oils and bleach vibrant spices like turmeric and Kashmiri chili. Furthermore, when tempering spices in hot ghee (Tadka), you only have seconds before seeds burn—opening one lid on a Masala Dabba gives you instant one-handed access to all 7 spices instead of fumbling with 7 separate jar lids.

Store dry whole and ground spices only—avoid storing raw table salt or wet acidic pastes in bare brass bowls. Because salt is hygroscopic (draws moisture from the air) and reacts chemically with copper and brass over prolonged contact to form green copper chloride, we recommend keeping salt in a separate ceramic/glass jar (or choosing one of our Masala Dabbas with stainless-steel internal katoris if you wish to store salt inside the box).

Strictly hand wash only—never place in an automatic dishwasher. Wash the empty bowls and box with warm water and mild dish soap, or restore a mirror-bright golden shine using a paste of lemon juice and salt (or traditional Pitambari powder). Crucial Rule: After rinsing, wipe with a dry towel and let the box and all 7 katoris air-dry until 100% bone dry before refilling with dry spices, as trapped moisture will cause ground spices to clump.

Orders operate on a strict 12-hour cancellation window and dispatch within 24–48 business hours from Chestermere, Alberta, Canada. Retail orders over $75 CAD qualify for Free Tracked Priority Shipping across Canada and the United States ($15 CAD flat rate under $75 CAD; international orders outside Canada ship Delivered Duty Unpaid / DDU). Unused, unwashed, factory-sealed items in original packaging may be returned within 30 days of delivery (subject to a 10% inspection/restocking fee; shipping is non-refundable). Strict Hygiene Final-Sale Rule: Any spice box that has been unsealed, washed, filled with spices, or used is 100% Final Sale. Any courier transit damage must be reported within 24 hours of delivery with photos of the outer box, shipping label, and item.