Unvented Gas Stove
Moderate burden — Unvented Gas Stove adds a moderate, reducible exposure.
Gas cooking with no range hood.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: strong · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 51 places unvented gas stove in the Moderate band. It scores as it does mainly because of how much everyday contact it involves. Gas burners emit nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate that can exceed outdoor limits in a closed kitchen. Always vent while cooking.
Frequently asked questions
Is unvented gas stove a toxic exposure?
Unvented Gas Stove has a Detox Score of 51 out of 100 (Moderate burden), which means it adds a moderate, reducible exposure. Gas burners emit nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate that can exceed outdoor limits in a closed kitchen. Always vent while cooking.
What is a safer alternative to unvented gas stove?
A lower-exposure swap for unvented gas stove is: Vent to outside; run a hood; or induction. Gas burners emit nitrogen dioxide and fine particulate that can exceed outdoor limits in a closed kitchen. Always vent while cooking.