are top coats for gundam models toxic?

Question

are the fumes or chemicals for top coat toxic when using it on gundam models? I cant read japanese, its the light blue top coat can you spray on. (basically anything that has fumes is dangerous like top coat?)

Answer 1

YES, All spray enamel paints and lacquer topcoats contain toluene, and a liquefied petroleum propellant. They should always be used in a well ventilated room, and their fumes should not be inhaled as they can cause respiratory tract and nervous system damage.

I am not sure which brand of paints / lacquers are used with GUNDAM's (though I think it is Gunze-Sanyo's MR Topcoat): http://www.michtoy.com/MTSCnewSite/supplies_folder/GunzeSanyo/GunzeSanyo.html

I use Testors, Floquil, and Tamiya paints and finishing products... I also have a spray-booth and wear a filter mask when painting

Answer 2

Gundam Top Coat