PEPPER SPRAY

Pepper Spray, Mace & OC Self-Defense Sprays

Pepper spray—also known as OC spray (Oleoresin Capsicum)—is one of the most effective and popular personal self-defense tools available today. Compact, affordable, and practical, pepper spray provides users with a powerful non-lethal option to protect themselves at home or while out and about.

At The Home Security Superstore, we carry a wide range of self-defense pepper spray from trusted brands such as Fox Labs, Streetwise, and Mace®, offering solutions for everyday carry, home protection, and personal safety.

How Pepper Spray Works

Pepper spray works by unleashing Oleoresin Capsicum, a naturally sourced inflammatory substance found in chili peppers. When sprayed into an attacker’s eyes, nose, or throat, it causes intense pain, swelling of the mucous membranes, temporary blindness, and difficulty breathing.

These effects can last for up to an hour, giving you valuable time to escape and get to safety.

Is Pepper Spray Legal?

Pepper spray is legal to own in all 50 states; however, some states restrict the size, strength, or where it may be purchased. Always check your local and state laws before buying or carrying pepper spray.

Personal Protection Tools with Pepper Spray

On-the-Go Protection with OC Spray

Keychain pepper sprays and jogger-style OC sprays are lightweight, discreet, and easy to carry every day. These options are ideal for commuters, runners, students, and anyone who wants quick, reliable personal protection on the go.

Home Defense with Pepper Spray

Keeping a can of pepper spray by your bedside or in a central area of your home adds an extra layer of protection and can provide critical time to escape and call for help during an emergency.

Workplace Pepper Spray

For those working late shifts or in remote or isolated environments, keeping OC spray in a purse, backpack, or desk drawer can offer peace of mind and added security.

Pepper Spray for Walking & Parking Lots

Walking alone at night, through parking garages, or in secluded areas can feel unsafe. A pocket-sized pepper spray allows you to defend yourself quickly if faced with an immediate threat.

Outdoor Protection & Animal Pepper Spray

Pepper spray can also be used as an animal deterrent while hiking, camping, or jogging. Specialized animal pepper sprays are effective against aggressive dogs and can help in rare wildlife encounters.

Keep Pepper Spray in Your Car

In the event of a carjacking or roadside threat, having pepper spray within reach can help you escape a dangerous situation quickly.

What Is Mace®?

Mace® is a brand name frequently used to describe pepper spray. Modern Mace pepper spray products use OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) as the active ingredient, creating a powerful self-defense solution.

Some Mace products, such as pepper spray grenades, allow you to deploy OC spray from a distance—making them ideal for home defense situations where close contact is unsafe.

Laws & Sales Restrictions

Sales prohibited to: Hawaii, Massachusetts, Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin.

By purchasing self-defense products from The Home Security Superstore, you acknowledge your responsibility to understand and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Frequently Asked Questions