1. Product and company identification

• Product name: Floral foam figure cactus black 38cm x 74cm

• Manufacturer/Importer: Smithers-Oasis Germany GmbH

• Address: DE 67269 Grünstadt, Heinrich-Büssing-Str. 5

• Contact: online@oasisfloral.de

2. Description of the product

• Intended use: Floral foam for floristic work and decorations, for fixing flowers and plants.

• Material composition:

  • Materials: polyurethane foam, phenolic resin foam or comparable plastics.

  • Types: dry foam (for artificial flowers) and wet floral foam (for fresh flowers).

  • Additives: dyes, adhesives or water-repellent coatings.

3. Possible dangers

• Dust development: When cutting or working with floral foam, dust particles can be released that can irritate the respiratory tract.

• Mechanical stress: Fragments or sharp edges can cause skin irritation.

• Fire hazard: Floral foam is highly flammable and can release toxic fumes when burned.

• Skin and eye irritation: Direct contact with the material may cause irritation.

• Inhalation: Dust or fumes may cause breathing difficulties.

4. Safety instructions

4.1 General safety instructions

• Avoid dust formation, wear a respiratory mask when processing.

• Keep away from children and pets.

• Keep away from open flames, heat sources and sources of ignition.

• In case of direct skin contact, wear gloves to avoid irritation.

4.2 Notes on use

1. Cut floral foam carefully to minimize dust formation.

2. When using wet floral foam, soak it completely with water before use to bind dust.

3. Use dry foam only for artificial flowers.

4. Dispose of damaged or crumbling floral foam pieces safely.

5. Ensure adequate ventilation while working.

4.3 Storage instructions

• Store in a dry, cool place protected from light.

• Do not store products near heat sources or open flames.

• Avoid dust formation by protected storage.

5. First aid measures

• In case of skin contact: Clean affected areas with soap and water.

• In case of eye contact: Rinse immediately with clean water and seek medical advice.

• If dust is inhaled: ensure fresh air supply and seek medical advice if symptoms persist.

• If swallowed: Rinse mouth, do not give food and seek medical attention immediately.

6. Firefighting measures

• Suitable extinguishing media: CO₂, foam, powder, water.

• Special measures: Wear respiratory protection as burning may produce toxic fumes (e.g. carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides).

7. Storage and transport

• Storage:

  • Protect products from moisture to avoid structural deterioration.

  • Keep away from sources of ignition.

• Transport:

  • Pack floral foam securely to avoid breakage and dust development.

8. Disposal instructions

• Material-dependent disposal:

  • Floral foam residues: Dispose of in the residual waste according to local regulations.

  • Collect dust and small particles safely and dispose of them in the residual waste.

• Packaging materials: Recycling according to local regulations.

9. Additional information

• For further details on safe use, please refer to the instructions on the product packaging.

• Questions? Contact us at online@oasisfloral.de.