Rusted clips?

[Dusty&Zia]

I went out to office max today while we were running around and managed to buy some clips. I heard people often times used them with their fleece products. However, after I washed them and laid them out to dry (on a couple papertowels), when I came back to check on them, the hinges (?) were rusted (?) I have a picture that might help. It's just the hinge that changed color, nothing else. So the actual clip itself isn't rusted (?)

I cleaned them in water and vinegar, and honestly, I'm not sure what type of material they're made of. All I know is that people here use them. I asked my mom if they'd still be usable, and she said yes, but I still have a little doubt of suspicion. Thanks for your help everybody!
EDIT: They look just like the clips on Camphorchins

 

[TillyChinchilla]

I think they'd be fine. Make sure they are the right kind of metal, though.

There are so many breeders with runs/cages rusted from slightly to severely, so I can't see why it would be any different.

 

[Dusty&Zia]

Thanks so much for replying! I was debating whether or not to use them the whole evening. They aren't plated anything, so that wouldn't be much of a problem. I've read from various places that the people bought the same clips from the same store, but I'm going to continue the research some more. Thanks for your input!

 

[oxchincerelyxo]

think you should be fine...just keep an eye on it...it's in such a small and secluded area-so take a breath...it's all good:heart3::dance3:

 

[Chinniechantel]

Looks fine to me.

 

[Dusty&Zia]

Alright, thanks you guys for the advice! I don't want anything bad to happen to my first "chin child"