Glyphosate Weed Killer
Moderate burden — Glyphosate Weed Killer adds a moderate, reducible exposure.
Home garden and lawn herbicide use.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: moderate · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 54 places glyphosate weed killer in the Moderate band. The chemical-hazard rating is what drives the score down. Glyphosate residues are widely detected and its hazard classification is debated by regulators. For home use, non-chemical weed control removes the exposure and the drift onto edible plants.
Frequently asked questions
Is glyphosate weed killer a toxic exposure?
Glyphosate Weed Killer has a Detox Score of 54 out of 100 (Moderate burden), which means it adds a moderate, reducible exposure. Glyphosate residues are widely detected and its hazard classification is debated by regulators. For home use, non-chemical weed control removes the exposure and the drift onto edible plants.
What is a safer alternative to glyphosate weed killer?
A lower-exposure swap for glyphosate weed killer is: Manual weeding, mulching, or a vinegar-based spot herbicide. Glyphosate residues are widely detected and its hazard classification is debated by regulators. For home use, non-chemical weed control removes the exposure and the drift onto edible plants.