The electric pepper or salt grinder is gravity activated and will automatically turn on/off as you tilt it to spice your food. The fact that the ceramic grinder is on top means no more mess in your kitchen after using a pepper grinder / salt mill. The grinder features a beautiful BLUE LED light that turns on automatically when the grinder is in operation. It makes it easy to see how much spice you are adding to your food, particularly in low lighting situations. And just as important - it Looks Cool! Note: Requires 6 AAA batteries to operate - batteries not included.Price for over 15000 pcs is for sea shipment.