60/100

Environment

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)

Chemical hazard
5
Everyday exposure
2
Persistence
4

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. None of the three drivers is severe, which keeps the burden manageable. Firework smoke carries perchlorate and metal particulates that briefly spike local air pollution. Watching from upwind and at a distance limits what you inhale.

Cleaner swap → Watch from a distance, upwind.
See where your whole exposure load is highest — free Exposure Score →

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.

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