Is Behr PRO e500 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 PRO e500 Exterior scores 43 out of 100 across its 4 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 48–50 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: skin allergen (all versions). It documents third-party low-emissions testing (GREENGUARD).

Health score

43

VOC g/L

48–50

Use

Exterior paint

Safety Data Sheet warnings

• 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): not published

All 4 versions

• Flat · Deep BaseVOC 50 g/L · 1 warning43Poor
• Flat · White BaseVOC 49 g/L · 1 warning43Poor
• Satin · Deep BaseVOC 48 g/L · 1 warning43Poor
• Satin · White BaseVOC 49 g/L · 1 warning43Poor

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