Mace Security International (OTCMKTS:MACE) is a U.S.-based company specializing in personal and professional security products. Best known for its MACE® brand of chemical defense sprays, the company develops and manufactures a range of self-defense solutions for both consumers and law enforcement agencies. Its portfolio includes pepper sprays, tear gas cartridges, gel sprays, and bear deterrent sprays, as well as complementary electronic devices such as stun guns, tactical flashlights and personal alarms.
The company’s origins date back to the 1960s when the MACE® brand was introduced as one of the first commercially available tear gas formulations. Over the decades, Mace Security International has expanded its technology and product lines to address evolving safety needs, incorporating advanced propellant systems, UV marking to aid law enforcement identification and specialized delivery mechanisms for different threat scenarios.
Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Mace Security International markets its products through a variety of channels including outdoor and sporting goods retailers, hardware stores, online platforms and direct sales to municipal and federal agencies in North America. The company also maintains distributors in select international markets, providing training resources, replacement cartridges and proprietary accessories to support ongoing product use.
As of the latest available information, Stephen M. TenBrook serves as President and Chief Executive Officer, overseeing product development, strategic partnerships and regulatory compliance. Under his leadership, the company continues to pursue innovation in personal defense technology while upholding safety standards and educational outreach for end users.
