If I use finely ground tea will they completely spill through the holes? Or are they small enough?

It depends on the tea. I made a cup with very fine leaves and it was an issue. What I did was gently dunk the ball into a cup of warm water, or under the tap, to wet the leaves first. Then, let it sit on a dry saucer for a few minutes while your water boils. This causes the leaves to expand inside the ball and become far less prone to slipping thru the holes. I did get a few bits here and there, but just a trace.

how much loose tea does it hold?

This holds a standard 1 (one) teaspoon of loose tea, using a measure. If you try to fill more, that might spill.

What is the overall length of the product? I'm looking for something that I could use inside a typical stainless steel coffee/tea travel mug

The overall length of the OXO Twisting Tea Ball is 7 inches. Hope this information helps.

What is the ball made of? Does it contain any aluminum?

I think the whole thing (besides the plastic handle) is stainless steel, based on its description from all the sites I looked at.

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1410280

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Brand
OXO
Color
Silver
Item Weight
0.13 Pounds
Material
Stainless
Shape
strainer

🌀Rotating ball filter for easy tea scooping

💧Dishwasher safe for effortless cleaning

⚙️18cm long stainless steel handle

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Description

☕ Elevate your tea game—sip smarter, not harder!

UNIVERSAL FIT - Long 18cm handle designed to fit all mug sizes, from your office cup to your travel bottle.
VERSATILE INFUSER - Perfect for tea, herbs, and spices—expand your flavor horizons with one sleek tool.
EFFORTLESS TEA PREP - Scoop and steep your favorite loose leaf tea in seconds with the rotating ball filter—no mess, no fuss.
HASSLE FREE CLEANUP - Dishwasher safe stainless steel and plastic materials mean less time cleaning, more time sipping.
SLEEK FUNCTIONAL DESIGN - Modern silver finish and ergonomic grip make this tea strainer a stylish staple for your kitchen or desk.

The OXO Tea Strainer features a durable 18cm stainless steel handle and a rotating ball filter that easily scoops loose tea leaves. Its versatile design fits various mug sizes and works with herbs and spices. Dishwasher safe and lightweight at 36g, it combines convenience with sleek style for effortless tea brewing anytime, anywhere.

Specifications

ASIN	B008H2JMFW
Amazon Bestseller	#21,299 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #23 in Tea Strainers & Filters
Brand Name	OXO
Color	Silver
Country of Publication	China
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (8,756)
Included Components	No
Is the item dishwasher safe?	Yes
Item Dimensions L x W	18L x 2W cm
Item Type Name	Tea Strainer
Item Weight	0.13 Pounds
Manufacturer	OXO(オクソー)
Manufacturer Part Number	1410280
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Number	1410280
Number of Items	1
Shape	strainer
UPC	719812031026
Unit Count	1.00 Count

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