stupid question (no, really)

[jakebty]

Is insulin (for diabetics) flamable? just wanted to know.

[THEFIRENUT]

Is insulin (for diabetics) flamable? just wanted to know.

Have never heard of insulin being flammable. Have heard about a new product that destroys the needles called "The Disintegrator-Insulin Needle Destruction Unit" giving a warning about not using it around flammables. Is there a reason for the question or just curious??

[Pwdrkeg]

Insulin MSDS

Go to: http://www.ehs.lilly.com/msds/msds_insulin_human.html

[jakebty]

my grandpa was going to put it in his burn barrel to burn it. it was my old expired insulin that i didn't use. like i said, it was a stupid question

[THEFIRENUT]

Insulin MSDS

Go to: http://www.ehs.lilly.com/msds/msds_insulin_human.html

Good job....didn't think of that!! Interesting enough, learned this from the MSDS:

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point: No applicable information found
UEL: No applicable information found
LEL: No applicable information found


Extinguishing Media: Use water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam, or Halon.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: None known.

Hazardous Combustion Products: May emit toxic fumes when exposed to heat or fire.

Be careful burning this stuff!!

P.S. By the way...there are NO stupid questions.

[jakebty]

i don't know how you would react to the question. i'm 15, so i don't know alot about firefighting and combustables (what is/isn't). that's why i asked.

[THEFIRENUT]

i don't know how you would react to the question. i'm 15, so i don't know alot about firefighting and combustables (what is/isn't). that's why i asked.

Never be afraid to ask a question. That is how we all learn. I know sometimes on this forum, certain individuals over-react to some questions, but don't pay them any mind. Most in here are here to help (or get help) (or both). Take care!

[jakebty]

thanks for the help