Mace Personal Pepper Spray

Mace Personal Pepper Spray is the keychain-sized version of one of the most recognized self-defense brands in the country — 18 grams of 10% OC formula in a canister that clips to keys and stays there until it's needed. The flip-top safety cap prevents accidental discharge in a pocket or bag, and the finger-grip dispenser gives you a natural hold for accurate aiming under stress. Flip the cap, press the red actuator, and a concentrated stream reaches 12 feet with approximately 20 bursts available. UV dye leaves residue on an attacker that's visible under black light for law enforcement identification. Made in the USA.

Mace Personal Pepper Spray Features and Specs

• 10% OC formula: Causes intense burning, temporary eye closure, and respiratory distress on contact — effects last up to 45 minutes with no permanent harm
• 12-foot stream range: Concentrated stream pattern keeps you at a safe distance from the threat
• Approximately 20 bursts: Sufficient capacity for defense against a single attacker or multiple threats
• Flip-top safety cap: Prevents accidental discharge during carry — flips open to expose the red actuator button
• Finger-grip dispenser: Natural hold position for accurate targeting under stress
• UV dye: Leaves invisible residue on attacker visible under black light — aids law enforcement identification
• Keychain clasp included: Attaches to keys, purse, backpack, or lanyard for immediate access
• Weight: 18 grams / 0.63 oz
• Dimensions: 4¼" x 1¼"
• Made in the USA

The keychain carry is the practical advantage — a canister that lives on your keys is already in your hand every time you're walking to your car or unlocking your door. The flip-top cap means one motion exposes the actuator, and the finger-grip holds the canister naturally in the firing position without requiring a grip adjustment under stress. The stream pattern minimizes blowback compared to fogger or cone-pattern sprays, which matters in outdoor conditions where wind can redirect aerosol.

Mace OC Spray — What 10% Oleoresin Capsicum Means

Oleoresin capsicum is the oil extracted from hot peppers that gives pepper spray its stopping effect. The 10% OC concentration is the standard professional-grade formulation — the same concentration used in law enforcement sprays. On contact with eyes, skin, and mucous membranes, OC causes immediate involuntary eye closure, intense burning sensation, and respiratory irritation that forces an attacker to break off. The effects are temporary and cause no permanent damage, which is why OC spray is classified as a non-lethal deterrent. The 10% concentration in this Mace formula is what the brand has been known for since it reformulated from CS tear gas to OC in the 1990s — it's the version with the documented stopping record. For a longer-range option from the same brand, the Mace Magnum 3 pepper gel extends range and reduces blowback risk with a gel formula.

What is the difference between Mace and pepper spray?

Originally, Mace was a brand name for a tear gas (CN gas) formula that was distinct from OC pepper spray. The two products had different active ingredients and different effects. Mace Security International reformulated their products to OC-based formulas decades ago, so current Mace products are pepper spray — the brand name and the product type are now the same thing. When people ask whether Mace or pepper spray is stronger, they're typically asking about a distinction that no longer exists in modern products. This Mace Personal Model uses 10% OC, the same active ingredient and concentration found in other professional-grade pepper sprays. The Mace brand name adds the credibility of one of the oldest self-defense brands in the US market.

How do you use Mace pepper spray correctly?

Hold the canister with the finger-grip naturally in your palm, thumb positioned under the flip-top cap. Flip the cap open with your thumb to expose the red actuator button. Aim at the attacker's face — specifically the eyes and nose — and press the actuator firmly. Deploy a short burst at 6–12 feet and move to create distance immediately after spraying. Don't spray into wind — the stream pattern minimizes blowback but wind at your back improves accuracy. After use, move away from the area as residual OC in the air can affect you as well. Reinsert the safety cap when the situation is resolved and replace the canister after any deployment — a partially used canister may not deliver full stopping power when needed next.