60/100

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. 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.
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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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