When using the sponge for the first time, there may be a slight smell given off, so wash it with water. / Do not use it on materials that are easily scratched such as Teflon coated, plastic or lacquered products. / Please try out the sponge on an unnoticeable part of the dish before use. Some dishes may be scratched by the sponge. / Do not use this sponge for heated pans and frying pans.Failure to obey this will cause accidents such as sponge deformation and personal burn injury. / The sponge section may occasionally become discolored but this will not cause any problems in use. / You are recommended to replace an old sponge with a new one periodically.Dilute sticky foods with water before pouring down drain.Do not use chlorinated or oxygenated bleach or detergents that contain d-limonene.Do not wring.Do not boil.Keep away from fire and other sources of heat.Do not use this product for purposes other than its intended purposes.