Got plastic residue on the outside of a Quartz banger... need to replace?

[mistersnafu]

Hello FC!

I recently got a new quartz banger. Like an idiot, I set it on an oven mitt whose outer lining immediately melted onto the outside. I burned off the residue, but its left a large white smudge (similar to what you go for when seasoning quartz I think). The banger is still basically brand new (I haven't even got the taste right yet), and I really don't want to spend the cash for another if I don't have to. Do I need to replace it, or am I good with a few thorough burnings? Again, the plastic only ever touched the outside of the banger. Thanks for any help you folks can offer!

-Mr. SNAFU

 

[CarolKing]

Have you tried using alcohol to clean? There's also a cleaner called PBW for glass. It a brewery glass cleaner. You can find it off of Amazon online. @mistersnafu Welcome to FC.

 

[mistersnafu]

Have you tried using alcohol to clean? There's also a cleaner called PBW for glass. It a brewery glass cleaner. You can find it off of Amazon online. @mistersnafu Welcome to FC.

Thanks for the quick reply! I tried using a little ISO and a qtip, but to no avail. This is a persistent smudge! I'll try that cleaner you suggested! Do you think I can still use the banger while I wait for delivery ie is this a health issue or just aesthetic? Thanks again for the help and the welcome!

 

[Melting Pot]

If its real quartz heat it to a glow then place in water while hot.

 

[mistersnafu]

If its real quartz heat it to a glow then place in water while hot.

The gentleman at the shop assured me it was, but I don't know of any test to be certain. As much as I trust my shop keeper, is there any way to confirm?

 

[Silat]

The gentleman at the shop assured me it was, but I don't know of any test to be certain. As much as I trust my shop keeper, is there any way to confirm?

When you dunk it in the water you will know for sure