Felt reeds are an alternative to rattan. They throw fragrance much better than rattan and require less reeds. They are made in America. The black reeds are a dark black that will not run in oils. They are 1/8 inch diameter reeds. They are packed 500 reeds to a bag. These are 10 inch black reeds. To order this item with no minimum order and better quantity price breaks please visit www.allwhitecandles.com