Is Behr Marquee Interior 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 Interior scores 50–65 out of 100 across its 12 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 38–47 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: reproductive warning (3 of 12 versions) and skin allergen (all versions). It documents third-party low-emissions testing (GREENGUARD).

Health score

50–65

VOC g/L

38–47

Use

Interior paint

Safety Data Sheet warnings

• Reproductive warning3 of 12 versionsSuspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
• Skin allergenall versionsMay cause an allergic reaction.

Evidence beyond the label

• Emissions testing: documented (GREENGUARD)
• Health certification: none found
• Full ingredient list (Health Product Declaration): published

All 12 versions

• Eggshell · Deep BaseVOC 46 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Eggshell · Medium BaseVOC 42 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Matte · Deep BaseVOC 42 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Matte · Medium BaseVOC 38 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Matte · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 44 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Satin · Deep BaseVOC 40 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Satin · Medium BaseVOC 42 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Semi-Gloss · Deep BaseVOC 42 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Semi-Gloss · Medium BaseVOC 47 g/L · 1 warning65Good
• Eggshell · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 45 g/L · 2 warnings50Good
• Satin · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 44 g/L · 2 warnings50Good
• Semi-Gloss · Ultra Pure WhiteVOC 46 g/L · 2 warnings50Good

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