Is Benjamin Moore Regal Select Exterior MoorGlo toxic?

No paint is risk-free, and "toxic" depends on how much you're exposed to and for how long. Here is what Benjamin Moore's own documents show. Benjamin Moore Regal Select Exterior MoorGlo scores 16–51 out of 100 across its 6 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 50 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: reproductive warning (4 of 6 versions), genetic damage warning (1 of 6 versions) and skin allergen (1 of 6 versions). We found no third-party emissions testing for it.

Health score

16–51

VOC g/L

50

Use

Exterior paint

Safety Data Sheet warnings

• Reproductive warning4 of 6 versionsSuspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
• Genetic damage warning1 of 6 versionsSuspected of causing genetic defects (germ cell mutagenicity), from an ingredient in the paint itself.
• Skin allergen1 of 6 versionsMay cause an allergic reaction.
• Cancer warning (dust only)1 of 6 versionsListed ingredients are hazards as inhaled dust. Wear a mask when sanding or spraying.

Evidence beyond the label

• Emissions testing: none found
• Health certification: none found
• Full ingredient list (Health Product Declaration): not published

All 6 versions

• Soft Gloss · Ultra BaseVOC <50 g/L · 0 warnings51Good
• Soft Gloss · BlackVOC <50 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
• Soft Gloss · Brilliant WhiteVOC <50 g/L · 2 warnings36Poor
• Soft Gloss · Medium BaseVOC <50 g/L · 2 warnings36Poor
• Soft Gloss · Pastel BaseVOC <50 g/L · 2 warnings36Poor
• Soft Gloss · Deep BaseVOC <50 g/L · 3 warnings16Bad

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