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Sherwin-Williams White Pigmented Shellac Primer N/A White vs Sherwin-Williams Moisture Vapor Barrier N/A White
| Fact | White Pigmented Shellac Primer | Moisture Vapor Barrier |
|---|---|---|
| Use | Exterior primer, Interior primer | Interior primer |
| Sheen · base | N/A · White | N/A · White |
| VOC (untinted) | 515 g/L | 1 g/L |
| VOC added by tint | Not stated | Not stated |
| Emissions testing | Not documented | Tested (LEED emissions) |
| Health certification | None found | None found |
| Safety Data Sheet warnings | 5 | 2 |
| Ingredient disclosure | Partial (environmental data sheet) | Partial (environmental data sheet) |
| Safety Data Sheet revised | 8/20/2026 | 8/21/2026 |
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