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About this product

  • Model: RDS-600
  • Equipment type: Commercial non-electric thermal rice warmer
  • Capacity by rice: 33.3 cups
  • Capacity: 6.0 L
  • Power type: Non-electric
  • Heat retention: 180°F after 6 hours under manufacturer test conditions
  • Dimensions: 18-1/8"W x 15"D x 13-1/2"H
  • Weight: Approximately 12.1 lb
  • Interior: Stainless steel
  • Design: Stackable
  • Condensation management: Reusable and replaceable lid sponge
  • Acidic rice compatibility: Suitable for vinegared sushi rice
  • Certification: ETL Sanitation listed
  • Country of origin: Japan
  • Applications: Sushi rice, cooked rice holding, restaurant service, catering, and off-site foodservice
  • Product type: High-capacity commercial non-electric thermal warmer for sushi rice and cooked-rice holding

FEATURES

– Non-electric thermal insulation holds cooked rice without an outlet or powered heating element
– 6L capacity provides a larger holding format than the 4L RDS-400 sibling
– Compatible with vinegar and acidic ingredients for holding seasoned sushi rice
– Manufacturer-rated heat retention of 180°F after 6 hours under specified test conditions
– Stackable construction saves space during restaurant storage, catering, and transport
– Reusable and replaceable lid sponge collects condensation during holding
– Stainless steel interior supports commercial rice and food holding
– ETL Sanitation listed for commercial foodservice use
– Made in Japan

Product Overview

The Zojirushi RDS-600 is a commercial, non-electric thermal holder for prepared rice. Its 6-liter capacity accommodates approximately 33.3 rice-cup measures, not a guaranteed number of servings. Insulation retains existing heat without a power cord or active heater, making it useful for sushi bars, restaurants and catering where an outlet is inconvenient. It is not a rice cooker.

The stainless steel interior is suitable for acidic preparations such as vinegared sushi rice. A reusable, replaceable condensation sponge sits beneath the lid, and the body stacks for storage and transport. Follow the model’s preheating and care instructions. The 180°F six-hour heat-retention rating describes a laboratory water test, not a safe rice-service duration or guaranteed rice-holding temperature.

RDS-600 stainless steel thermal rice holder with lid and side handles.

Keep prepared rice away from the outlet

The 6 L RDS-600 retains heat by insulation rather than an electric heater. Load already-prepared rice and close the lid securely. This is a holding container, not a cooker or a way to bring cold rice up to temperature.

Non-electric holding

Insulated storage for already-prepared rice; no powered heating element.

Sushi-rice suitability

Stainless steel interior suitable for acidic ingredients such as vinegar.

Replaceable lid sponge

A reusable sponge collects condensation beneath the lid.

RDS lid underside showing removable condensation sponge holder.

Manage condensation beneath the lid

The reusable, replaceable sponge collects condensation under the lid. Its holder removes for component-specific care. Follow the manual’s instructions for the body, lid, sponge and holder rather than treating the entire unit as dishwasher-safe.

Two RDS-600 holders stacked to show the design; one unit supplied per listing.

Stackable by design

The stackable body saves space during storage and transport. One holder is included. Follow the handling instructions and your establishment’s approved food-handling procedures.

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Zojirushi RDS-600 6-liter thermal rice holder with a tall stainless steel body, removable lid and black side handles. Current product Zojirushi Commercial Thermal Rice Warmer, 6L (33-Cup) - RDS-600RDS-600 Zojirushi RDS-400 thermal rice holder with a short stainless steel body, removable lid and black side handles. Zojirushi Commercial Thermal Rice Warmer, 4L (22-Cup) - RDS-400RDS-400
Price$335.00 $310.00
Model RDS-600 RDS-400
Equipment type Non-electric thermal rice / food holder Non-electric thermal rice / food holder
Holding capacity 6 L — cooked-rice holding capacityHolding capacity, not raw-rice cooking capacity or a serving-yield rating. 4 L — cooked-rice holding capacityHolding capacity, not raw-rice cooking capacity or a serving-yield rating.
Power requirement None; non-electric None; non-electric
Heat retention method Thermal insulation; no powered heating Thermal insulation; no powered heating
Interior material Stainless steel Stainless steel
Finish Stainless Steel (-ST) Stainless Steel (-ST)
Stackable design Yes Yes
Lid Removable, with handle Removable, with handle
Lid condensation collector Reusable, replaceable sponge and holder Reusable, replaceable sponge and holder
Suitable uses Suitable for acidic ingredients such as vinegar and sushi riceServe sushi rice promptly and clean thoroughly afterward, following the manufacturer instructions. Suitable for acidic ingredients such as vinegar and sushi riceServe sushi rice promptly and clean thoroughly afterward, following the manufacturer instructions.
Preheating time 5 to 10 minutesUse the manual’s hot-water preheat procedure with the sponge removed; empty and dry before loading rice. 5 to 10 minutesUse the manual’s hot-water preheat procedure with the sponge removed; empty and dry before loading rice.
Equipment weight 5.5 kg / 12.1 lbEquipment weight excludes shipping packaging. 4.8 kg / 10.6 lbEquipment weight excludes shipping packaging.
Sanitation mark ETL SanitationSanitation certification; not an electrical certification. ETL SanitationSanitation certification; not an electrical certification.
Country of origin Japan Japan
Dimensions (W × D × H) 18-1/8 in × 15 in × 13-1/2 inAllow additional space for lid opening, pan removal and steam clearance as applicable. 18-1/8 in × 15 in × 10-3/4 inAllow additional space for lid opening, pan removal and steam clearance as applicable.