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Multipliers are directionally informed by EPA Exposure Factors Handbook (2011) and CalEPA OEHHA but are not regulatory consensus. See /api/methodology for full disclosure."},"hazard_summary":{"overall_risk":"high","primary_concerns":["Overall risk level: moderate_to_high."],"sensitive_populations":"","exposure_routes":""},"exposure":{"routes":["dermal","inhalation"],"contact_types":["dermal","inhalation"],"users":["adult","child"],"duration":"minutes","frequency":"weekly","scenarios":["Incidental mouthing or hand-to-mouth transfer by children"],"notes":"Exposure to Fragranced Household Products (Detergents, Dryer Sheets, Air Fresheners, Scented Candles) occurs via dermal, inhalation. Children and infants face higher exposure per body weight due to developing detoxification systems, higher surface-area-to-weight ratio, and behavioral factors (mouthing, crawling)."},"consumer_guidance":{"red_flags":[{"indicator":"Identified safety concern","meaning":"Overall risk level: moderate_to_high.","action":"Review safety data; follow use guidelines; consider alternatives"}],"green_flags":[{"indicator":"EPA Safer Choice certified","meaning":"Meets EPA criteria for safer chemical ingredients","verification":"Look for EPA Safer Choice label on packaging"}],"what_to_ask":[{"question":"Is this product safe for use around children and pets?","why_it_matters":"Many household chemicals are formulated for adult use; children and pets have higher exposure per body weight and developing organ systems"}],"alternatives":[{"name":"Fragrance-free detergents and dryer sheets","notes":"Eliminates exposure to synthetic fragrances and VOCs while maintaining cleaning efficacy"},{"name":"Essential oil-based or plant-derived air fresheners","notes":"Natural alternatives with fewer synthetic chemicals and lower toxicity profiles"},{"name":"Beeswax or soy candles with natural fragrances","notes":"Cleaner burning with reduced soot and synthetic fragrance chemical emissions"}],"notes":null},"regulatory":{"applicable_regulations":[{"jurisdiction":"USA","regulation":"Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSA) + FHSA","citation":null,"requirements":"Household products must not present unreasonable risk of injury. 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Concerning ingredients listed in materials.concerning[] apply to the category, not necessarily to every named brand. Specific formulations vary by SKU and may have changed since this record was written; consult the brand's current ingredient label before drawing brand-level conclusions.","sources":[{"id":"ftc_fragrance","type":"reference","notes":"FTC fragrance labeling regulations and exemptions","inherited_from":"hq-m-env-000041"},{"id":"epa_indoor_air","type":"reference","notes":"EPA indoor air quality guidance (non-binding)","inherited_from":"hq-m-env-000041"},{"id":"berkeley_study","type":"reference","notes":"UC Berkeley study on secondary organic aerosol formation from fragrance","inherited_from":"hq-m-env-000041"}],"meta":{"schema_version":"4.0.0","last_updated":"2026-03-25","timestamp":"2026-05-14T01:33:11.763Z"}}