Fireworks Smoke (Perchlorate & Metals)
Low burden — Fireworks Smoke (Perchlorate & Metals) is a relatively low-burden choice.
Standing downwind of consumer fireworks.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: emerging · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 60 places fireworks smoke (perchlorate & metals) in the Low band. Firework smoke carries perchlorate and metal particulates that briefly spike local air pollution. Watching from upwind and at a distance limits what you inhale.
Frequently asked questions
Is fireworks smoke (perchlorate & metals) a toxic exposure?
Fireworks Smoke (Perchlorate & Metals) has a Detox Score of 60 out of 100 (Low burden), which means it is a relatively low-burden choice. Firework smoke carries perchlorate and metal particulates that briefly spike local air pollution. Watching from upwind and at a distance limits what you inhale.
What is a safer alternative to fireworks smoke (perchlorate & metals)?
A lower-exposure swap for fireworks smoke (perchlorate & metals) is: Watch from a distance, upwind. Firework smoke carries perchlorate and metal particulates that briefly spike local air pollution. Watching from upwind and at a distance limits what you inhale.