Mace® is a trademarked self-defense spray made by Mace Security International. It contains oleoresin capsicum and can cause temporary blindness and difficulty breathing. It is effective against animal attacks and some formulas include tear gas and UV dye. Some jurisdictions have restrictions on its use.
Mace® is a brand name of a non-lethal self-defense spray, manufactured by Mace Security International, headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey. While this term is trademarked, it is often used to refer to any self-defense pepper spray. Mace Inc. manufactures several self-defense spray formulas, all of which are meant to be directed at an attacker’s face.
The pepper spray is made from hot cayenne peppers, the active ingredient of which is oleoresin capsicum (OC). It is an inflammatory agent that causes temporary blindness and difficulty breathing, which can last up to 90 minutes. Depending on the formula, Mace® can contain up to 1.4% of chilli concentrate and is available in spray, foam and gel form.
The company makes a dual-action product that includes tear gas, which can help disorient an attacker, and an ultraviolet (UV) dye to mark him, allowing him to be identified by police. The triple action formulas both also include peppers. Gel pepper spray products also include UV dye.
Aside from human attack, pepper spray is useful against animal attack and can be carried in small leather holsters which are widely available. These are often seen dangling from postmen’s belts, and some cans are small enough to hang on a key ring. Mace® is also effective against attacks by bears or mountain lions and can be a life-saving tool when camping, hiking or even jogging in rural areas. Specific formulas and dosers are also available for use against animals.
Some jurisdictions have restrictions on sprays for self-defense, and for this reason Mace Inc. also manufactures special sprays that can be used in these places. Consumers should check with their local police department for any restrictions that may apply in their area.
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