Abstract: Composite particles and methods for making the same. An absorbent material is formed into a particle. An optional performance-enhancing active is coupled to the absorbent material before, during, or after the particle-forming process, homogeneously and/or in layers. Additionally, the composite absorbent particle may include a core material. Preferred methods for creating the absorbent particles include a pan agglomeration process, a high shear agglomeration process, a low shear agglomeration process, a high pressure agglomeration process, a low pressure agglomeration process, a rotary drum agglomeration process, a mix muller process, a roll press compaction process, a pin mixer process, a batch tumble blending mixer process, an extrusion process, and a fluid bed process.

Abstract: Three panel pyramid-type food graters are disclosed which include a center panel hingedly connected to right and left panels and whereby the right and left panels snap together to form the partial pyramid shape. The right and left panels may be snapped apart and the grater folded into a flat compact position for easy storage and merchandising. Further, both sides of each grating panel may easily be cleaned when the right and left panels are snapped apart. A cap is also provided which may provide extra stability to the structure when in use.