New look! Same BD product you have come to know, embecta Insulin Syringes are designed so patients can see numbers and scale lines together to allow accurate dosing and feature a 31 gauge, millimeter (5/16 inch) embecta Ultra-Fine Short Needle that is 37 percent shorter than a 12.7 millimeter needle; you should consult with your health care professional before using the BD Ultra-Fine Short Needle, and carefully monitor your blood glucose when changing to a shorter needles. All embecta insulin syringes are engineered with optimal point geometry for maximum comfort and reliability and coated with a special Micro-Bonded lubrication for a more comfortable injection.