WD-40 is a globally recognized brand best known for its multi-use product that serves as a lubricant, penetrant, moisture displacer, and corrosion inhibitor. Founded in 1953 in San Diego, California, WD-40 was originally developed to prevent rust and corrosion in the aerospace industry but quickly gained popularity across households, automotive, industrial, and trade applications. Today, the brand has expanded into a wide range of maintenance solutions, including specialist sprays for degreasing, silicone lubrication, and protective coatings, trusted worldwide for their reliability and versatility in solving everyday problems.
