The Fox Labs FIVE POINT THREE formula is one of the most potent OC sprays available, rated at 5,300,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) with 35% major capsaicinoids, both verified by HPLC testing. Most civilian OC sprays range from 500,000 to 2,000,000 SHU with significantly lower capsaicinoid concentrations. The oil-based carrier also delivers faster skin adhesion and deeper penetration on contact compared to water-based formulas, which is why law enforcement agencies, corrections departments, and the U.S. Military have relied on it for decades.

A stream OC spray delivers a concentrated, targeted jet of formula toward a specific point, while a cone fog disperses a wider mist over a broader area. The stream pattern in the 22FTSDB reaches 8 to 10 feet and reduces the risk of blowback toward the user in outdoor or open-air conditions. The cone fog pattern offers wider coverage with less need for pinpoint aim and is generally recommended for civilian indoor self-defense. The stream pattern is the professional standard for trained law enforcement, corrections, and security personnel who need accurate deployment without affecting bystanders or the surrounding environment.

The invisible UV dye marks the subject at the moment of deployment and remains detectable under ultraviolet or black light. It is undetectable under normal lighting, so the subject is unaware of being marked, but law enforcement can use it to confirm contact and identify suspects after the incident. This feature directly supports use-of-force documentation in both law enforcement and security applications.

Yes, the Fox Labs FIVE POINT THREE 22FTSDB is Taser-safe and nonflammable under normal use conditions. The oil-based formula does not include the alcohol-based propellants found in some other OC sprays, which can ignite when an ECD or Taser is deployed nearby. This makes the 22FTSDB a compliant option in agencies and jurisdictions that require Taser-safe OC on duty.

The 22FTSDB delivers 16 to 18 one-half-second bursts from a full canister. Fox Labs recommends replacing the unit two years from the purchase date or immediately after any discharge. Each canister is date-coded at the factory so you can confirm its service life at a glance. For safety-critical carry, Fox Labs advises replacing rather than relying on a partially discharged unit, even if the canister still feels heavy.