Is Sherwin-Williams A-100 Exterior Acrylic Latex Paint toxic?
No paint is risk-free, and "toxic" depends on how much you're exposed to and for how long. Here is what Sherwin-Williams's own documents show. Sherwin-Williams A-100 Exterior Acrylic Latex Paint scores 45–53 out of 100 across its 15 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 27–44 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: organ toxicity warning (1 of 15 versions). We found no third-party emissions testing for it.
- Health score
- 45–53
- VOC g/L
- 27–44
- Use
- Exterior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Organ toxicity warning1 of 15 versionsMay affect organs through repeated or high exposure (for example solvent vapors).
- Cancer warning (dust only)all 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 15 versions
Flat · Deep BaseVOC 44 g/L · 1 warning53Good
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