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For more than 70 years, WD-40® Company's iconic formula, recognized as the infamous blue, yellow and red can has stayed a closely guarded secret. The Wall Street Journal took a look inside the small circle entrusted with safeguarding the trade secret, offering a rare glimpse into the world behind a product known globally for solving everyday problems in workshops, factories and homes alike.

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Apply the exact amount of product to small areas and tight spaces with ease.

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CONTROLLED APPLICATION
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PORTABLE & POCKET-SIZED
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MULTI-PURPOSE USE
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CLASSIC WD-40 PRODUCT
Get the job done with the Classic WD-40 Product you know and trust, now in an innovative and convenient, portable pen design.

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The trusted experts at Bob Vila know that keeping tools in peak condition requires a specialized solution—which is why they named WD-40 Specialist® Silicone a must-have. Its advanced formula is safe for use on most common application surfaces, including metals, rubbers, plastics and vinyl, helping protect against everyday wear and tear.

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WD-40 Specialist Silicone leaves behind a lubricating film that resists water and protects against wear and corrosion. The resulting film is clear and free of messy or sticky residue, reducing the attraction of dirt and debris. The professional-grade formula can be relied on to lubricate even at extreme temperatures (-100° F to 500° F.).

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Silicone lubricant is ideal for use on cables, pulleys, guide rails, valves, linkages, hinges, locks, and more. It is safe to use on most common application surfaces including most metals, plastics, rubbers, and vinyl when used as directed. If unsure, test on a small area first. 

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The permanently attached Smart Straw® Sprays 2 Ways® delivery system allows for pinpoint application or a wider spray, giving you different options to fit the job.

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1Test Lab: WD-40 Co. Technical Center (Pine Brook, NJ); ASTM D4172; Test dates: 03/2023; 06/2024.

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