What chemicals of concern are found in Art Paints?

Chemicals of concern commonly found in Art Paints include: VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), Lead.

What should I look for when buying Art Paints?

AP (Approved Product) seal from ACMI Water-based over solvent-based Cadmium-free alternatives Good studio ventilation

Watch for: No AP or CL seal, Strong solvent odors, Cadmium or lead pigments for casual use.

Paints for artistic use including acrylics, watercolors, and oils. Some pigments and solvents can be hazardous.

Artists have prolonged skin contact with paints. Fumes from oil paints and solvents affect air quality. Some pigments contain heavy metals.

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Watch for these on ingredient labels:

Look for AP certified non-toxic paints. Choose water-based acrylics over oil paints when possible. Use cadmium-free pigment alternatives.

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