Is Sherwin-Williams ProClassic Interior Waterbased Acrylic-Alkyd 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 ProClassic Interior Waterbased Acrylic-Alkyd Enamel scores 25–48 out of 100 across its 3 sheens and bases. Its untinted VOC is 40–41 g/L. Its Safety Data Sheet carries these warnings: reproductive warning (1 of 3 versions) and skin allergen (1 of 3 versions). We found no third-party emissions testing for it.
- Health score
- 25–48
- VOC g/L
- 40–41
- Use
- Interior paint
Safety Data Sheet warnings
- Reproductive warning1 of 3 versionsSuspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child.
- Skin allergen1 of 3 versionsMay cause an allergic reaction.
- 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 3 versions
Satin · Extra WhiteVOC 40 g/L · 1 warning48Poor
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