Is Sherwin-Williams All Surface Enamel Latex Base 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 All Surface Enamel Latex Base scores 43–63 out of 100 across its 10 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 34–48 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: cancer warning (9 of 10 versions) and skin allergen (2 of 10 versions). It documents third-party low-emissions testing.
- Health score
- 43–63
- VOC g/L
- 34–48
- Use
- Exterior paint, Interior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Cancer warning9 of 10 versionsContains Benzophenone, a suspected carcinogen present in the paint itself, not only as dust.
- Skin allergen2 of 10 versionsMay cause an allergic reaction.
- Cancer warning (dust only)1 of 10 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 10 versions
High Gloss · Safety RedVOC 40 g/L · 1 warning63Good
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