ChiaoGoo Red Circulars are made from high-quality stainless steel and come with a bright red, highly flexible, multi-strand, nylon-coated steel cord, allowing your thread to glide easily from end to end. ; The Red Original Circular Needles come with a unique, slight curve for added comfort and convenience. Each item is lightweight and durable, machined to a satin finish with perfectly tapered tips. Permanently laser engraved size on each item for convenience and easy storage. ChiaoGoo products are primarily manufactured in Hangzhou, China, distributed from Troy, MI, USA, and adhere to the latest environmentally friendly manufacturing processes; most products are 100% recyclable.