Is Behr Marquee Exterior toxic?
No paint is risk-free, and "toxic" depends on how much you're exposed to and for how long. Here is what Behr's own documents show. Behr Marquee Exterior scores 28–52 out of 100 across its 9 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 9–50 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: genetic damage warning (8 of 9 versions), reproductive warning (8 of 9 versions), cancer warning (6 of 9 versions) and skin allergen (all versions). It documents third-party low-emissions testing (GREENGUARD).
- Health score
- 28–52
- VOC g/L
- 9–50
- Use
- Exterior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Genetic damage warning8 of 9 versionsSuspected of causing genetic defects (germ cell mutagenicity), from an ingredient in the paint itself.
- Reproductive warning8 of 9 versionsSuspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- Cancer warning6 of 9 versionsContains Benzophenone, a suspected carcinogen present in the paint itself, not only as dust.
- Skin allergenall versionsMay cause an allergic reaction.
- Cancer warning (dust only)3 of 9 versionsListed ingredients are hazards as inhaled dust. Wear a mask when sanding or spraying.
Evidence beyond the label
- Emissions testing: documented (GREENGUARD)
- Health certification: none found
- Full ingredient list (Health Product Declaration): published
All 9 versions
Flat · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 17 g/L · 2 warnings52Good- Flat · Deep BaseVOC 9 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor
- Flat · Medium BaseVOC 21 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor
Satin · Deep BaseVOC 24 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor- Satin · Medium BaseVOC <50 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor
- Satin · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 22 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor
Semi-Gloss · Deep BaseVOC 33 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor- Semi-Gloss · Medium BaseVOC 38 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor
- Semi-Gloss · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 32 g/L · 4 warnings28Poor
Updated October 12, 2026. Scores summarize the evidence makers publish. They don't guarantee safety or predict individual health outcomes. No brand pays to be listed. How we score