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The MSDS on Glycerol, or glycerine is your best source of information.  Flushing pure glycerine down the drain is probably not a good idea, mixing it with water creates a highly biodegradable mixture however.  Wikipedia also has useful info.

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On Oct 18, 2011, at 12:51 PM, Daniels, Alissa wrote:

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> thanks for the suggestions so far.
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> my next question is really from my facilities manager who wants to know if it has any negative effects on your drain system.
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> many thanks!
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