Green corrosion on copper pipe - clean with vinegar + bicarb mix?

[Rollerball]

I've just been cleaning a short length of copper pipe in my bathroom which had a thick layer of fluff on it. This fluff had held onto moisture and over time that length of pipe has attained a thin coating of green corrosion. The affected length is only about 3 inches long and the thin layer of green corrosion is patchy.

There no leaks and it's not not near a joint.

From reading online I can make up a paste consisting of vinegar and bicarbonate of soda - is this what the plumbing experts here would also recommend?

Does it matter what type of vinegar that I use? I only have apple cider vinegar but I could of course buy some white vinegar if that is preferable for some reason.

Finally, is cleaning the corrosion from this short length of pipe likely to cause any problems?

Or perhaps I should just leave it?

 

[JohnD]

green kitchen scouring pad, wetted with water and a drop of WUL

And rub off with a cotton rag.

No chemicals needed (and will do no good)

 

[JohnD]

you can polish it afterwards, if you want

 

[Rollerball]

Thanks, I think I'll skip the Brasso though.

 

[Keithmac]

Yep Scotchbrite pads will do it in no time, use them for all sorts!.

 

[Ernesto Di Michele]

I would recommend M&S balsamic vinegar for a superior clean

 

[SpecialK]

Wire wool?