I've got a USB2 mini-plug and receptacle that are both slightly
encrusted with (copper?) corrosion as a result of exposure to
salt water.

Neither is accessible to any tools that I have.

I'm wondering if there's some chemical solution: something I can
apply to the surfaces that will either mobilize the corrosion so
it can be flushed out or push it back to it's component elements.

Anybody know of something?
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PeteCresswell

I've got a USB2 mini-plug and receptacle that are both slightly
encrusted with (copper?) corrosion as a result of exposure to
salt water.

Neither is accessible to any tools that I have.

I'm wondering if there's some chemical solution: something I can
apply to the surfaces that will either mobilize the corrosion so
it can be flushed out or push it back to it's component elements.

Anybody know of something?

I would imagine that most any respectable acid would work. You can start
with hot vinegar, and get stronger from there. It's the same principle as
pouring dark cola (with phosphoric acid) over the corrosion on your car
battery terminals. :-)

steve