| Frequently Asked Questions About Mace, Pepper Spray, Stun Guns & Other Safety Products |
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| At what temperature should I store my Pepper Spray/MACE? |
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Do not leave your spray in any area that may exceed 125 degrees F or drop below 15 degrees F. Excessive heat or cold may cause the can to leak or burst. |
| Can I take Pepper Spray/MACE or a Stun Gun on an airplane? |
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No, you cannot carry either spray or a stun gun on an airplane. |
| Can I use my Pepper Spray/MACE after the indicated expiration date? |
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Like any pressurized aerosol device, over time the unit may not spray as far as expected, if at all. We recommend replacing your spray after the expired date shown on your spray. |
| Is it legal for me to carry Pepper Spray/MACE? |
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Though legal in all 50 States, a number of cities and states have specific regulations pertaining to the purchase, possession and use of Aerosol Defense Sprays. If you have a question you should contact your local Police Department.
States or cities where pepper sprays may be restricted or regulated: Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Jersey, New York, Washington D.C., Wisconsin
The above list of states where pepper sprays are restricted is for illustrative purposes only. It is not exhaustive nor is it intended to provide legal advice. Laws and regulations are subject to change. Before purchasing or using any "Less-Lethal" product, it is the responsibility of the purchaser to determine and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in effect at that time.
FAA and TSA regulations may be applicable to commercial airline travel.
Federal statutes and regulations may be applicable to federal buildings, post offices, and courthouses.
Aerosol Defense Sprays are meant for defensive purposes only. Purchaser must be of legal age to purchase and possess the device.
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| Is Pepper Spray and MACE easy to use? |
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Using these sprays is as easy as spraying bug spray on ants and cockroaches. They are designed for instant action, delivering a wide spray pattern, thus eliminating the need to aim closely. The formula takes effect upon contact. |
| Pepper Spray First Aid. |
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1. Remove contact lenses and contaminated clothing immediately. Contaminated clothing should be washes or dry-cleaned, as appropriate, prior to re-use to prevent skin injury.
2. Flush contaminated area with large quantities of cool water or a diluted baking soda solution and expose the area to fresh air as soon as possible.
3. Do not apply salves, creams, oils or lotions as they can trap the irritant agent against the skin and result in blisters or burns.
4. Consult a physician if irritation presists.
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| Types Of Pepper Spray |
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Pepper Spray is a very powerful, high quality OC Pepper Spray formula identical to the products used by law enforcement agencies. When dispensed as a stream will give a more accurate and condensed area, and will disperse upon impact.
Foam combines 10% OC pepper spray and foam to produce a powerful defense during an attack. The thick foam covers an assailant's face, making it difficult to see.
Gel is OC pepper in a formulation which is suspended in Gel instead of a liquid stream. This Gel formulation results in several advantages, longer distance, stronger pepper, sticks like glue, less contaminating, and non-flammable.
Fogger: When dispensed as a fog, the pepper spray will cover a larger area. However it can be affected by strong wind.
Pick the formula that you feel most comfortable using. They are all available for purchase at Pepperspray.com! |
| What is a TASER® and a Stun Gun? |
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A TASER
C2 is a personal safety device that is intended to stop threats up to 15 feet away. It works by launching out two probes from a disposable TASER cartridge. The probes deliver a scientifically designed electric signal that makes muscles lock up, therefore temporarily incapacitating an attacker for 30-seconds, so you can get out of harm’s way and call 911.
A Stun Gun is a hand-held battery-operated electrical self-defense tool. It can put out an electrical shock of 45,000 to 1,000,000 volts, depending on the model. When touched to the body of an assailant, the electrical shock causes the person to lose control of their voluntary muscles and fall to the ground in a dazed or unconscious condition, allowing you enough time to get away. |
| What is Pepper Spray and MACE? |
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Pepper Spray is a defensive product containing Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) as its active ingredient, with a propellent such as nitrogen. Oleoresin Capsicum is derived from concentrated hot red pepper extract. The actual heat producing particles in "OC" are called capsaicinoids. The actual degree of heat by which substances are measured are Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
For example:
· A common green bell pepper has zero SHU's.
· A Jalepeno pepper has approximately 5,000 SHU's.
· The active ingredient in pepper spray has 500,000 SHU's.
The Pepper Spray acts as an inflammatory agent rather than an irritant such as tear gas. The inflamed mucous membrane cells swell to prevent all but life support breathing, giving a choking, coughing and nauseated feeling to the attacker. The subject is physically blinded for a short duration, with no harmful after-effects.
MACE Triple Action is a blend of OC Pepper, CN Tear Gas and UV Ultra-Violet dye. This formula combines the coughing, irritation and watery eyes of Tear Gas and the eye-shutting, burning effect of Pepper to disorient an attacker. The spray should be aimed at the face of an attacker.
MACE Pepper Foam is a 10% OC Pepper formulation with UV Ultraviolet dye that sprays in a thick foam. The foam acts to blindfold and disorient an attacker and cause the same burning and closing of the eyes as traditional liquid pepper sprays. The spray should be aimed at the face of an attacker. |
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