Is Benjamin Moore Waterborne Ceiling Paint 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 Waterborne Ceiling Paint scores 58–61 out of 100 across its 5 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 50 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet lists no cancer, reproductive, genetic, allergen or organ warnings. It documents third-party low-emissions testing.
- Health score
- 58–61
- VOC g/L
- 50
- Use
- Interior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Cancer warning (dust only)3 of 5 versionsListed ingredients are hazards as inhaled dust. Wear a mask when sanding or spraying.
Evidence beyond the label
- Emissions testing: documented
- Health certification: none found
- Full ingredient list (Health Product Declaration): not published
All 5 versions
Ultra Flat · Base 1VOC <50 g/L · 0 warnings61Good- Ultra Flat · Ceiling WhiteVOC <50 g/L · 0 warnings61Good
- Ultra Flat · Base 2VOC <50 g/L · 1 warning58Good
- Ultra Flat · Base 3VOC <50 g/L · 1 warning58Good
- Ultra Flat · Base 4VOC <50 g/L · 1 warning58Good
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