Is Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel 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 Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel scores 33–48 out of 100 across its 19 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 28–43 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: reproductive warning (5 of 19 versions). We found no third-party emissions testing for it.
- Health score
- 33–48
- VOC g/L
- 28–43
- Use
- Exterior paint, Interior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Reproductive warning5 of 19 versionsSuspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- 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 19 versions
Gloss · Deep BaseVOC 36 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Gloss · Ultradeep BaseVOC 43 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Gloss · Ultradeep BaseVOC 36 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Satin · BlackVOC 31 g/L · 2 warnings48Poor
Satin · Deep BaseVOC 32 g/L · 2 warnings48Poor
Satin · Deep BaseVOC 28 g/L · 2 warnings48Poor
Satin · Ultradeep BaseVOC 33 g/L · 2 warnings48Poor
Satin · Ultradeep BaseVOC 29 g/L · 2 warnings48Poor
Semi-Gloss · BlackVOC 31 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Semi-Gloss · Deep BaseVOC 33 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Semi-Gloss · Deep BaseVOC 28 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Semi-Gloss · Deep BaseVOC 28 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Semi-Gloss · Ultradeep BaseVOC 33 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Semi-Gloss · Ultradeep BaseVOC 28 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
Gloss · Hi-Hide WhiteVOC 35 g/L · 2 warnings33Poor
Satin · Hi-Hide WhiteVOC 36 g/L · 2 warnings33Poor
Satin · Ultra WhiteVOC 36 g/L · 2 warnings33Poor
Semi-Gloss · Hi-Hide WhiteVOC 39 g/L · 2 warnings33Poor
Semi-Gloss · Ultra WhiteVOC 39 g/L · 2 warnings33Poor
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