Crushed (shredded) foam is suitable for applications such as packaging or stuffing soft toys, bean bag inserts, and scatter cushions. It can be mixed with polystyrene beads in beanbags to reduce squeaking sounds and to add bounce and improved feel to the polystyrene beads.Environmentally friendly recycled from premium furniture manufacturing cut offs (assorted colours) which is better fill for bean bag chairs and will last for many years. This release of these chemicals into the air is a process known technically as off-gassing. The smell is normal and there is nothing wrong with the foam. Some people are more sensitive than others and hence for themit maylast longer. The smell will diminish over time. Due to the nature of the foam being vacuum packed, once its been opened and expanded it is not able to be returned. Bulky items will attract extra cost. You can then decide to pay for the postage or cancel the order.