Black cast iron teapot with a design of "are" (hailstone) pattern, and a trivet. - Type: Teapot - Material: Cast iron - Color: Black - Accessories: Trivet - Design: "Are" (hailstone) pattern I don't think it's compatible with IH (induction heating). There is no tea strainer! I think I used it quite a bit, and it has started to rust, so I was displaying it as an antique. Please understand that this is a used item before considering purchasing it. I think it can be used if you remove the rust, but I recommend using it as an antique! Thank you for viewing.