Many types of foam burn rapidly. Some even drip burning material on to the surface below, helping a fire spread rapidly. However, there are foams formulated to provide high levels of fire resistance. Whenever possible these should be used near potential sources of ignition.
The fire-resistance of foam for use in appliances, enclosures and equipment is measured by testing to procedures set out in the UL94 standard. (Note: this does NOT address foam used in upholstery or building construction.) Flammability (the ease with which a material burns,) is shown by a UL94 rating, such as the UL94 V-0 indication carried by PORON® 4701-V0-M.