Pepper spray, also known as OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) and capsicum spray, is a lachrymator chemical derived from chili peppers. Extraction of oleoresin capsicum from peppers involves finely ground capsicum, from which capsaicin is extracted in an organic solvent such as ethanol. The solvent is then evaporated, and the remaining wax like resin is the oleoresin capsicum.
Pepper spray is the perfect self defense weapon to repel attacks. In addition to causing an attacker severe pain, pepper defense sprays swell the mucous membranes, which makes breathing difficult, and swells the veins in the eyes, causing the eyes to close. These effects last 15-60 minutes and cause no permanent damage.
OC, or pepper spray, is an inflammatory agent; not an irritant. When someone is sprayed with OC pepper spray, the person's eyes slam shut. Even if the assailant does manage to get their eyes open, they won't be able to see because OC dilates the capillaries and causes temporary blindness. Additionally, instant inflammation of the breathing tissues restricts all but life support breathing.
Pepper spray typically comes in different sized canisters, many of which are often small enough to be carried or concealed in a pocket or purse. You can also buy defense pepper sprays concealed in items such as lipstick, pagers, striking batons and even rings.
Pepper Spray is cheap to buy, simple to use, and easy to conceal. Best of all, it is non-lethal.
Below are pepper spray laws and restrictions that we are aware of. You should check locally if you believe pepper sprays may be restricted in your area.
State Laws and Restrictions
States Where Pepper Sprays are Restricted
(We cannot ship to these states.)
New York: New York residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers or licensed Pharmacists in that state.
Massachusetts: Massachusetts residents may only purchase defense sprays from licensed Firearms Dealers in that state.
States Where Pepper Sprays Have Some Restrictions
Michigan: Pepper spray must not be more than 10% and can be used for self defense. "The reasonable use of a self-defense spray or foam device containing not more than 10% oleoresin capsicum by a person in the protection of a person or property under circumstances that would justify the person's use of physical force. The Canister size is restricted to 35grams approx. 1.2oz.
Wisconsin: Tear gas is not permissible. By regulation, OC products with a maximum OC concentration of 10% and weight range of oleoresin of capsicum and inert ingredients of 15-60 grams are authorized. This is 1/2 oz. and 2 oz. spray. Further, the product cannot be camouflaged, and must have a safety feature designed to prevent accidental discharge. The units may not have an effective range of over 20 feet and must have an effective range of six feet. In addition there are certain labeling and packaging requirements: must state cannot sell to anyone under 18 and the phone number of the manufacturer has to be on the label. The units must also be sold in sealed tamper-proof packages.
NOTE: Pepper Spray is legal in all 50 states, however a number of cities and states have restrictions on sizes, strengths, etc.. If you have a question, it is wise to check with your local city or state attorneys office. Defense sprays should only be purchased by those 18 years of age or older. The above list may not be totally accurate or complete and The Home Security Superstore accepts no responsibility for its accuracy or completeness.
SALES PROHIBITED TO: Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin.
DISCLAIMER, RELEASE, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT: Velocity Products, Inc. DBA The Home Security Superstore is not responsible for any physical harm or damage from the use or misuse of self-defense weapons including pepper spray purchased from us.
By purchasing a self-defense weapon, including pepper spray from us you understand that The Home Security Superstore does not warrant that you may legally purchase, possess, or carry these products according to any state or local laws. You also acknowledge that you have determined their legality before purchasing and that you are an adult of at least 18 years of age and under no legal disability.
By purchasing a self-defense weapon, including pepper spray from The Home Security Superstore, the buyer warrants that he/she is in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding the purchase, ownership and use of the item. The buyer expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless The Home Security Superstore for all claims resulting directly or indirectly from the purchase, ownership and use of the item in compliance or violation of federal state and local laws or regulations.
Please check local laws before ordering any self-defense weapon, including pepper spray.
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We offer the best home security products with a low price guarantee, and our service commitments to you are second to none. In addition to flat rate shipping, many of our home security products ship to you free! All orders over $100, not only ship free but also ship same day. We offer a 90-Day Money Back Guarantee and an industry best 12-Month Warranty so that you are a happy customer that returns to us as your future home security needs change. Free Technical Support is available for every product we sell so, don't ever hesitate to call us toll-free and ask for our assistance. Low prices with the highest customer service, that's what we are all about.
DISCLAIMER, RELEASE, ASSUMPTION OF RISK, WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT
Velocity Products, Inc. DBA The Home Security Superstore is not responsible for any physical harm or damage from the use or misuse of any of our products.
By purchasing any product from us you understand that The Home Security Superstore does not warrant that you may legally purchase, possess, or carry these products according to any state or local laws. You also acknowledge that you have determined their legality before purchasing and that you are an adult of at least 18 years of age and under no legal disability.
By purchasing any product from The Home Security Superstore, the buyer warrants that he/she is in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding the purchase, ownership and use of the item. The buyer expressly agrees to indemnify and hold harmless The Home Security Superstore for all claims resulting directly or indirectly from the purchase, ownership and use of the item in compliance or violation of federal state and local laws or regulations.
Please check local laws before ordering any of our products.
90 DAY RETURN POLICY
Our number one goal is to make you a happy returning customer! Feel free to return any item that you are not thrilled to own. To return an item, please call us toll free at 1-800-490-9471 to secure a Return Authorization (RA) number. All RA requests must be made within 90 days post item delivery. Before a credit is issued, the item must be returned and received by us. We do not refund shipping costs, or refund the cost of your return shipping. If your item is received in brand new condition and has not been used, we will refund 100% of your item cost. Items returned in used condition or with packaging that cannot be resealed are subject to a 30% restocking fee. All returned items must in original packaging and include all components in good working order. Products not meeting these terms are subject to no refund.
The following products types are subject to a 30% restocking fee even if returned in new saleable condition: Tasers, metal detectors, spy cameras, spy camera detectors, GPS tracking, and bug detectors. Unfortunately some buyers purchase these items with the intent of returning them after they gain the usefulness these products provide.
1-3 YEAR WARRANTY
The Home Security Superstore offers a limited warranty for 3 YEARS ON MOST PRODUCTS.
Some products have manufacturer's warranties that are much longer. Products with expiration dates, like pepper spray, have a warranty that is governed by the expiration date.
Unless otherwise specified on our product details page, The Home Security Superstore (Velocity Products, Inc) will repair its products with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge, in the U.S.A. for 3 years from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship. Product must be shipped back to The Home Security Superstore for repair in original packing. Shipping charges for all returns are at the expense of the customer. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty performance is rendered. We email all customers an invoice and this is sufficient documentation to submit for warranty coverage.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, which occur during normal use. It does not cover damage which occurs in shipment (covered separately) or failures which are caused by products not supplied by The Home Security Superstore or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, or commercial use of the product, or service by anyone other than The Home Security Superstore, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
Limits and Exclusions
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE HOME SECURITY SUPERSTORE® SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Batteries, pepper spray and other disposable items with usage expectancy potentially below 3 years are excluded. If you have doubt regarding an item you are interested in regarding warranty, please contact us at 1-800-490-9471.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept the following types of payment:
Visa
MasterCard
Discover
American Express
PayPal
Google Checkout
Personal Check (held for 10 business days prior to shipment)
Money Order
How to submit a Purchase Order
We extend Net 30 day terms to institutions submitting a Purchase Order. Simply select Purchase Order during Checkout, and fax your order reciept with your Purchase Order to (770) 777-9035.
90 Day Return Policy
The Home Security Superstore wants you back as a happy customer time and time again as your home security needs change. That's why we offer the best money back guarantee in the security products industry and make any return you have simple.
If you are less than thrilled with any of our products within 90 days from the receipt of your items please call us toll free at 1-800-490-9471 to secure a Return Authorization (RA) number. All returns must have a Return Authorization (RA) number. When you are issued a Return Authorization (RA) number you will receive an email with easy return instructions.
No restocking fee is charged if the items are returned in perfect condition. Shipping charges are non refundable.
A 30% restocking fee is charged for the following items:
Taser® (stun guns require no restocking fee)
Metal Detectors
Spy Cameras
Spy Camera Detectors
Bug Detectors
GPS Tracking
Unfortunately past experience has shown some people purchase these products fully intending to return them once the benefit they deliver is attained.
The Home Security Superstore Velocity Products Inc 11350 Old Roswell Road Suite 1400 Alpharetta, GA 30009 1-800-490-9471
The Home Security Superstore offers a limited warranty for 3 YEARS ON MOST OF OUR PRODUCTS.
Some products have manufacturer's warranties that are much longer. Products with expiration dates, like pepper spray, have a warranty that is governed by the expiration date.
Unless otherwise specified on our product details page, The Home Security Superstore (Velocity Products, Inc) will repair its products with new or rebuilt parts, free of charge, in the U.S.A. for 3 years from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship. The product must be shipped back to The Home Security Superstore for repair in original packing. Shipping charges for all returns are at the expense of the customer. This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original purchase will be required before warranty performance is rendered. We email all customers an invoice and this is sufficient documentation to submit for warranty coverage.
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials or workmanship, which occur during normal use. It does not cover damage which occurs in shipment (covered separately) or failures which are caused by products not supplied by The Home Security Superstore or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification, or commercial use of the product, or service by anyone other than The Home Security Superstore, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.
Limits and Exclusions
There are no express warranties except as listed above.
THE HOME SECURITY SUPERSTORE® SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Batteries, pepper spray and other disposable items with usage expectancy potentially below 3 years are excluded. If you have doubt regarding an item you are interested in regarding warranty, please contact us at 1-800-490-9471.
Free Shipping & Same Day Shipping On All Orders Over $100
The Home Security Superstore offers the best shipping rates available and will beat any competitor!
If you order $100 or more of product, you not only get free shipping, we will ship your order the same day.
To qualify for same day shipping, your order must be placed and received no later than 12PM EST. Any order not received by 12PM EST will ship the next business day.
We do not ship Saturday or Sunday.
Free Pepper Spray For Every $100 You Spend
The Home Security Superstore believes in stretching your hard earned dollar as far as possible!
For every $100 you spend, excluding purchase orders, we place a free pepper spray unit in your shopping cart and ship it with your order (a minimum of a $4.95 value per $100).
No limit. If you order $500 worth of product, you get 5 free pepper spray units.
For states that prohibit pepper spray, we offer other selections at checkout of equal value. The states that prohibit pepper spray are:
Hawaii Massachusetts Michigan New York Wisconsin
We reserve the right to select which free pepper spray product is shipped.
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