Kitchens – use WD40 to remove rust from the electric hob plate

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I used WD40 to remove some rust from my bicycle u-lock recently (locking mechanism). It worked very well (I put some bike lube on it afterwards). Now, I have plenty of rust on my electric hob plate. My hob looks similar to this: https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81CQ1Jot2CL.SL1500.jpg

I tried to use vinegar first, but the effect was minimal. So I was wondering if I could use the same oil for my hob?

I have the following concerns:

  • Hygiene: Is it bad to use it next to food appliances?
  • Heat: Will oil leftover start to burn after switching on the hob?

Best Answer

I would keep the WD40 as far away from food and food preparation equipment as possible. The MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for WD-40 as published by the manufacturer states:

Emergency Overview:

DANGER! Harmful or fatal if swallowed. May cause eye irritation. Avoid eye contact. Use with adequate ventilation.

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