Arkansas-Size Restriction-Shall not exceed 50 cubic centimeters.
California- Size, Age, and Labeling Restrictions-Maximum weight 2.5 ounces. Must be 16-years of age to possess. Warning language must appear on the label and an expiration date must appear on the canister.
District Of Columbia-Age, Labeling, and Licensing Restrictions-Must be 18 and expiration must be on each unit.
Florida-Size Restrictions-Designed to fit in a woman's handbag or a man's pocket and counting no more than .50 ounce of chemical.
Hawaii-Age, Size, Licensing Requirements-OR-Restrictions-Must be 18 years old, cannot be sold where liquor is sold, and no more than .50 ounces of chemical.
Massachusetts-Must be licensed to sell, purchase, or possess.
Minnesota-Age, Labeling, Possession Restrictions-Must be 16 years old. Written instructions on use shall accompany product. No possession by a felon. Cannot be sold where liquor is sold.
Nevada-Age, Possession, Registration, Size Restrictions-No minors. No possession by a felon. Only CS(Tear Gas) allowed. No more than 2 fluid ounces ounces of chemical substance.
New York-Age, Dealer,, Possession, Registration, Size Restrictions-Must be over 18 years of age. Cannot be a convicted felon or of an assault. Only a licensed pharmacist or firearms dealer may sell. Purchaser must provide proof of age and sign a verified declaration. Seller must verify age, have form executed, retain form for 5 years on premises. Maximum purchase of 2 cans. Maximum weight of cans .75 ounces. Maximum strength 7%.
North Carolina-Possession, Size Restrictions-No possession by a felon. Not to exceed 50 cubic centimeters.
South Carolina-Size Restrictions-Not to exceed 50 cubic centimeters.
Texas-Size Restrictions-Only small chemical dispenser sold commercially for personal protection.
Wisconsin-Age, Distance, Size, Strength Restrictions-OC only. Must be 18 years old. Maximum 10% concentration. Prohibits aersol look alike. Minimum 15 grams-maximum 60 grams. Six foot range and 20 foot maximum range. UV dye not allowed. Must be sold in sealed tamper proof packaging.
*EISENCORP WILL NOT SELL THIS PRODUCT TO THE FOLLOWING STATES:
Hawaii, Massachusetts, Nevada, or New York.
*You must be the age 18-or more to purchase these products from us.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS!
Is Security Plus Pepper Spray Legal?
In most states pepper spray is legal to possess and carry. You should check with your local law enforcement office or your states Attorney Generals office for any regulagions your state may have. There are states where pepper spray is legal, but there may be size, age, or OC concentration restrictions.
Is There Anyplace Where I Cannot Carry Pepper Spray?
Yes. You cannot carry pepper spray on board commercial aircraft. This is a FEDERAL CRIME that can carry up to a $25,000.00 fine. It is ok to carry pepper spray in your checked baggage, but you need to notify your ticketing agent when you check your baggage. Also since 09/11/2001-you may have issues when carrying pepper spray into secured locations such as Federal or State buildings...or anyplace where you pass through a security checkpoint. Although there are no laws that we are aware of...you should use your common sense.
How Does Pepper Spray Work?
Pepper spray's active ingredient is OC or oleoresin capsicum. The OC is derived from Cayenne peppers. These are some of the hottest peppers in the world. Unlike MACE or tear gas, which are irritants, pepper spray OC is an inflammatory agent. Contact with mucous membranes to the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs...causes immediate dilation of the cappillaries. This can result in temporary blindness and instant inflammation of the breathing tube tissues and systematically cuts off all but life support breathing. OC also will create an intense burning sensation on the surface of the skin, however, OC will not cause lasting effects. The effects of pepper spray will last from 15 to 60 minutes. Because OC is an inflammatory agent and not an irritant, it is effective on those who feel no pain such as psychotics and those under the influence of drugs or alcohol. You should ONLY use pepper spray if you are threatened or your life is in danger. Please note that it is a crime to use pepper spray to commit malicious acts.
How Do I Used Pepper Spray?
If you have to use your pepper spray..make sure you have a distance between you and the threat if possible. Aim the spray at the eyes and facial region o the threat and then release a 1-2 second burst of spray. After you have done this MOVE out of the way, but keep your eyes on the threa, Pepper spray can take a couple of moments to cause a reaction and by watching the reactions of the threat you will be able to determine if you will require another shot of spray. THE KEY WORD HERE ARE "SPRAY AND MOVE!" Once under control..call 911.
What Is Security Plus Pepper Spray Made Of?
Pepper spray is a derivative of cayenne pepper. the oils are extracted from the pepper using a high pressure process. This process leaves you with the active ingredient in pepper spray known as OC or OleoResin Capsicum. The pure pepper extract is then diluted with an inert ingredient that reduces the SHU or Scoville Heat Units to get it down to a useable SHU for pepper spray. SHU is a unit of measurement that determines how hot something is. The rating goes from 1 million SHU up to 5 million SHU. 1 million SHU is detectable on the palette in concentrations as little as 1 part per million or 1 drop of OC in 1 million drops of water. All of the sprays listed on this site are 2 million SHU and in much higher concentrations than 1 part per million.
Testing-We recommend that you test the product upon purchase. Select an open area away from others..and test. The spray will last for quite awhile, however you should replace the canister once per year.
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