The Zwilling 33108-181 Zwilling® KolorID Santoku Knife 7" Hollow Edge is a professional-grade Asian-style kitchen knife designed for commercial foodservice environments. Crafted by Zwilling J.A. Henckels, this knife features a high carbon FRIODUR® hardened stainless steel blade that ensures edge retention and corrosion resistance. Its hollow (Granton) edge reduces food adhesion, making it ideal for precise slicing of meats, vegetables, and fruits in day-use kitchens, catering operations, and other food prep stations requiring consistent performance and utility.
Top Zwilling 33108-181 Features
The Zwilling KolorID Santoku Knife offers ergonomic handling with a durable one-piece construction. The high carbon stainless steel blade with a hollow edge provides optimal slicing efficiency, while the plastic/poly handle enhances grip safety. Features include dishwasher compatibility, color-coded options for food safety segments, and a design suited for repetitive slicing tasks in commercial kitchens, supporting HACCP workflows and efficient maintenance.
- Hollow (Granton) edge minimizes food sticking during slicing
- High carbon stainless steel ensures edge durability and corrosion resistance
- Dishwasher safe for easy cleaning and sanitation
- Color-coded handle buttons facilitate food separation and HACCP protocols
- Constructed as a one-piece design for robustness and longevity
This knife is essential for professional food preparation requiring consistent, clean cuts in commercial kitchens or catering environments.
What is a commercial santoku knife?
A commercial santoku knife is a professional-grade Asian-style knife featuring a high carbon stainless steel blade with a hollow edge, suitable for precision slicing, dicing, and chopping. The Zwilling KolorID Santoku Knife 7" is designed for steady daily use in foodservice settings such as back-of-house prep stations, with certifications including NSF approval. Its high-performance blade and color-coded handle make it ideal for food safety compliance and efficient operations in mid-volume kitchen environments.
Top santoku knives for foodservice kitchens
Built with high durability and precise cutting performance, the Zwilling KolorID Santoku Knife supports steady throughput in commercial kitchens, ideal for manual food prep tasks involving meats and vegetables.
- Mid-volume kitchens — optimized for consistent daily use
- Compact commercial spaces — designed for small prep stations
- Foodservice teams — suitable for meat, vegetable, and fruit slicing
- Steady workflow — supports HACCP-compliant food safety procedures
- Manual slicing — supports detailed prep in institutional settings
Zwilling 33108-181 Technical Specs
The Zwilling KolorID Santoku Knife features a 7" high carbon stainless steel blade with a hollow (Granton) edge for superior food release. It weighs approximately 1 lb, constructed with a durable plastic/poly handle. Certified by NSF, this stamped style knife is dishwasher safe, facilitating routine cleaning in commercial kitchens. The handle provides a non-slip grip, supporting safety during repetitive slicing tasks supported by HACCP protocols. Its blade material ensures edge retention for demanding food prep activities, with dimensions suitable for tight workspace environments.
- Blade length: 7 inches; weight: 1 lb
- Material: high carbon stainless steel with NSF certification
- Design: stamped construction with hollow (Granton) edge
- Handle: plastic/polypropylene, color-coded for food safety segments
- Certification: NSF approved for commercial food safety
- Dishwasher safe for routine sanitation
- Temperature resistance: suitable for standard kitchen conditions
- Dimensions: standard 7" blade, ergonomic handle for prolonged use
- Construction: one-piece design for durability
- Requires standard commercial dishwashing compatibility
- Fits in typical knife storage and prep setups
- Ideal for daily slicing in institutional kitchens
- Supports HACCP color-coding protocols
- Designed for manual precision in prep stations
Why Choose Zwilling 33108-181?
The Zwilling 33108-181 Santoku Knife distinguishes itself through its high carbon stainless steel blade with a hollow edge, supporting efficient slicing and reduced food adhesion. Its NSF certification and dishwasher-safe design enhance sanitation and operational efficiency in commercial foodservice environments. Compact yet durable, this knife offers consistent performance with a focus on safety and hygiene, making it suitable for medium-demand food prep tasks.
- Self-contained, NSF-rated design enhances sanitation
- High carbon stainless steel blade for durability and edge retention
- Hollow (Granton) edge reduces sticking and improves cutting speed
- Color-coded handle supports HACCP food safety protocols
- Robust one-piece construction ensures longevity
