Is Sherwin-Williams Pro Industrial Acrylic Coating 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 Pro Industrial Acrylic Coating scores 48–73 out of 100 across its 21 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 0–6 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: reproductive warning (2 of 21 versions) and skin allergen (7 of 21 versions). It documents third-party low-emissions testing (GREENGUARD).
- Health score
- 48–73
- VOC g/L
- 0–6
- Use
- Interior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Reproductive warning2 of 21 versionsSuspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- Skin allergen7 of 21 versionsMay cause an allergic reaction.
- Cancer warning (dust only)15 of 21 versionsListed ingredients are hazards as inhaled dust. Wear a mask when sanding or spraying.
Evidence beyond the label
- Emissions testing: documented (GREENGUARD)
- Health certification: none found
- Full ingredient list (Health Product Declaration): not published
All 21 versions
Eg-Shel · Ultradeep BaseVOC 0 g/L · 0 warnings73Good
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