What might cause a chemical smell coming from a refrigerator?

Answer 1

I have a fridge Id been storing, unplugged, in the garage and it smells like chemicals now. I've wanted to sell it but I have no idea why it smells so bad.

• If your store a refrigerator in the cellar or wherever tape a little block of wood or a sock etc to the frame of the doors this will prevent that stale odor from occurring because now you have air changing in the unit. The refrigerator should be clean and dry. Also put an open box of baking soda, charcoal or coffee or an open container of coffee in freezer and refrigerator sections which will absorb odor.
• Check your defrost drip pan behind the grate at the bottom of refrigerator clean the pan and vacuum the condenser while your at it (it is the black wires sticking out from a series of black tubes).

Answer 2

A chemical smell coming from a refrigerator could be due to spilled cleaning products, spoiled food, or a malfunctioning component like the compressor or coolant. It's important to address the source of the smell promptly to avoid potential health hazards and to prevent further damage to the refrigerator.