Water Conditioners

Kordon NovAqua Plus will help protect the health of both fishes and invertebrates by inhibiting viruses and harmful bacteria, and by providing an immune system booster and a protective body slime replacer.

• Provides a protective skin slime coat
• Contains organic immune health aids
• Adds electrolytes and vitamins
• Provides an organic virus inhibitor
• Removes chlorine and toxic metals
• Breaks down chloramines

In addition, NovAqua Plus adds electrolytes needed for proper osmotic balance, and detoxifies tap water by removing all chlorine, balancing alkalinity, and helping stabilize water pH. NovAqua Plus will not harm plants, beneficial bacteria or biological filters contains no phosphates, and will not contaminate ground or wastewater.

The manufacturer states, for any Kordon water conditioners, including the NovAqua products, they are "Nontoxic to humans, pets, and aquatic life." This is included on most of their product labels as well.

1 oz - Treats 60 Gallons
4 oz - Treats 240 Gallons
8 oz - Treats 480 Gallons
16 oz - Treats 960 Gallons
1 Gallon - Treats 7,693 Gallons
5 Gallons - Treats 38,400 Gallons

Provides a natural aquarium ecosystem, for better overall fish health and improved water quality For SALT & FRESH WATER. Reef Safe. Saltwater environments the bacteria in this product will remain effective when used in marine environments with a specific gravity of 1.017 to 1.025. In new marine tanks, add the aquarium salt mix and allow the water to circulate for 24 hours, then check and adjust the density. Add the bacteria after the water has circulated for the 24-hour period. Saltwater oceans are a highly stable environment with very little fluctuation in pH.

• Increases resistance to pathogens and parasites - see product description below for use.
• Promotes fish growth and improves dissolved oxygen levels
• Biologically supports a healthy aquarium eco-system which results in a beneficial breeding environment
• Stimulates fishs immune system
• This product is NOT a chemical. It is harmless to humans, animals, fish and plants.

The ocean waters dilute fish waste and organic matter. The bacteria in MICROBE-LIFT/TheraP provides the assistance needed to break down the decaying organic matter and cycle certain elements, e.g. carbon and nitrogen, etc. which may build up in your tank. MICROBE-LIFT/TheraP has a hydrogen sulfide odor, which will dissipate quickly. All MICROBE-LIFT bacterial products may be used together. However when using multiple MICROBE-LIFT bacterial products, reduce the dosage rate of the 2nd product by 50%. After administering the bacteria, monitor your pH. Since each bottle of MICROBE-LIFT is grown individually, color variations may exist from bottle to bottle. These variations in color are not indicative of variations in product quality. Any floating particles present are suspended biofilm which slough off the sides of the bottle. Dimpling or expansion of the container is caused by pressure differences resulting from temperature variations due to the fact that the bottle is sealed.This product is NOT a chemical. It is harmless to humans, animals, fish and plants.

SulfaPlex is an effective and safe treatment for many bacterial, fungal and protozoan infestations in the aquarium. While it can be used in both freshwater and saltwater, it is particularly effective against the common bacterial and fungal infections of freshwater fish. It is also among the gentler antibiotics, and great for treating fish that are already stressed. It is easily removed with carbon and does not impair nitrification.

• Treats Many Bacterial, Fungal, and Protozoan Infestations
• Broad Spectrum Antibiotic and Anti-Fungal Medicatoin
• Absorbed Through Gills
• Marine & Freshwater
• One of the Gentler Antibiotics, Great for Treating Fish that are Already Stressed.

INSTRUCTIONS: Dosing in Water Remove all invertebrates - these are extremely sensitive to medication. Turn off UV filters, ozone filters, and remove chemical filtration like MatrixCarbon and Purigen. Use 2-3 measures (included) per every 40 L (10 US gallons). Repeat this dose every 72 hours for a maximum of 3 weeks. Dosing in Food SulfaPlex is most effective when used in the water, but it can also be added to the food. Feed the medicated food mix (recipe below) every day until the infection clears or up to 3 weeks. 1 scoop SulfaPlex, 1 scoop Focus, 1 tbsp food (preferably pellets or frozen food). A few drops of water if using a dry food. To enhance palatability use with GarlicGuard or Entice. After Treating When the treatment period is over, SulfaPlex can easily be removed using activated filter carbon like MatrixCarbon. It does not linger in the substrate or filter media of the tank.

INGREDIENTS: sulfathiazole (69%) Inactive ingredients: excipients (31%)

Seachem ParaGuard is the only fish and filter safe aldehyde based (10% by weight) parasite control product available. Unlike highly toxic and difficult to use formalin based medications, Seachem ParaGuard contains no formaldehyde or methanol and will not alter pH.

• Parasite Control for marine or freshwater aquariums
• Contains no toxic methanol and will not alter pH
• Safe alternative to formalin

Seachem ParaGuard employs a proprietary, synergistic blend of aldehydes, malachite green, and fish protective polymers that effectively and efficiently eradicates many ectoparasites (e.g. ich, etc.) and external fungal/bacterial/viral lesions (e.g., fin rot).

It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank.

DIRECTIONS: In the aquarium, use 5 mL (1 capful) to every 40 L (10 gallons). Repeat daily as required as long as fish show no stress. For 1 hour dips, use 3 mL per 4 L (1 gallon). Dips may be extended if fish show no evidence of stress. In case of eye exposure, promptly and thoroughly wash eyes with water and seek medical attention.

Seachem ParaGuard is the only fish and filter safe aldehyde based (10% by weight) parasite control product available. Unlike highly toxic and difficult to use formalin based medications, Seachem ParaGuard contains no formaldehyde or methanol and will not alter pH.

• Parasite Control for marine or freshwater aquariums
• Contains no toxic methanol and will not alter pH
• Safe alternative to formalin

Seachem ParaGuard employs a proprietary, synergistic blend of aldehydes, malachite green, and fish protective polymers that effectively and efficiently eradicates many ectoparasites (e.g. ich, etc.) and external fungal/bacterial/viral lesions (e.g., fin rot).

It is particularly useful in hospital and receiving tanks for new fish and whenever new fish are introduced to a community tank.

DIRECTIONS: In the aquarium, use 5 mL (1 capful) to every 40 L (10 gallons). Repeat daily as required as long as fish show no stress. For 1 hour dips, use 3 mL per 4 L (1 gallon). Dips may be extended if fish show no evidence of stress. In case of eye exposure, promptly and thoroughly wash eyes with water and seek medical attention.

API Proper pH 6.5 Freshwater Aquarium pH Stabilizer sets and holds pH to 6.5 and resists pH rebound. pH is the measure of the acidity of water, on a scale ranging from 0-14. ApH of 0 is the most acidic, while a pH of 14 is the most alkaline. Water with a pH of 7.0 is considered "neutral". Along with keeping your pH at the correct levels Proper pH 6.5 also removes chlorine, neutralizes chloramines, adds electrolytes & detoxifies heavy metals in freshwater aquariums. It is perfect for soft water species including Tetras, discus, Rasboras, and Angelfish.

• Sets & stabilizes pH to 6.5
• Removes chlorine
• Ideal for Tetras, Discus and Angelfish
• Use when setting up a new tank, adjusting pH in an established tank, and water changes

Aqueon Water Clarifier removes the particles that make your aquarium water look cloudy and murky. It clings to suspended dirt and debris, allowing them to be filtered out or sink to the bottom of the tank for easy removal.

• Quickly clears cloudy water
• Safe for all fish and plants
• For freshwater aquariums

Once the water in your tank is clear, clean or replace filter media. Follow all directions on the bottle for a clear, beautiful tank!

Made in the USA.

Microbe-Lift Special Blend helps to break down decaying organic matter and cycle elements like nitrogen and sulfur to prevent them from building up in your aquarium. This formula will reduce water changes and cleaning maintenance with chemical free ingredients, by lowering ammonia levels and nitrates while removing odors, clarifying water and breaking down protein foam as well as residue on gravel, plants and rocks. As this Special Blend sustains your aquarium water, plant growth is naturally stimulated while light, water and nutrients are better absorbed into plants for freshwater and saltwater aquariums. This biological maintainer is suitable to use as an aquarium starter for biological cycling and boosting. Activated carbon and copper based products are compatible with this formula.

• Helps to break down decaying organic matter and cycle elements
• Reduces maintenance & lowers ammonia and nitrates from water
• Breaks down protein foam and residue on gravel, plants and rocks
• Odors will be eliminated and water clarification will be activated
• Plant growth is naturally stimulated and presents better absorption

Tetra SafeStart Aquarium Bacteria and Conditioner reduces toxic ammonia and nitrite, adds live bacteria to promote biological filtration and prevents "new tank syndrome" from affecting fish in your tank. It works quickly to allow the immediate addition of fish in new tanks.

• Allows immediate addition of fish
• Reduces ammonia and nitrite
• Prevents new tank syndrome
• Safe for all freshwater aquariums
• Accelerates establishment of the bio-filter

This patented mix of proprietary Bio-Spira bacteria is proven to work. Use SafeStart when setting up new tanks, after a water change, when adding fish or after medicating. The formula is shelf-stable and requires no refrigeration.

Dosage:
1.69 oz (50 ml) treats up to 15 gallons
3.38 oz (100 ml) treats up to 30 gallons

Kordon Pond AmQuel removes chlorine, chloramines, and ammonia safely, easily and quickly, protecting pond fishes and invertebrates by rapidly eliminating three of the most harmful compounds commonly found in pond water. AmQuel turns ammonia into an inert compound for rapid consumption by beneficial bacteria.

• Removes chlorine, chloramines, ammonia and pheromones
• Does not interfere with the biological cycle in your pond
• For water changes, crowded ponds and control of ammonia during nitrogen cycle

16 oz Treats 960 Gallons
1 Gallon Treats 7,693 Gallons
5 Gallons Treats 38,468 Gallons

Directions: 1 oz treats 60 gallons of water. For fast action, add 1-2/3 oz per 100 gallons of water, or 1 capful per 8 gallons of water. A single dose will remove 1 ppm ammonia, 3.2 ppm chloramines and 2.1 ppm chlorine.

Seachem Prime is the complete and concentrated conditioner for both fresh and saltwater aquariums. Use during startup and water changes to eliminate and detoxify harmful chemicals in tap water and make your aquarium safe for fish.

• Removes chlorine, chloramine and toxic ammonia
• Detoxifies nitrite and nitrate
• Provides protective slime coat

Prime is safe for fresh and saltwater aquariums. It detoxifies ammonia, nitrite and nitrate, allowing the biofilter to more efficiently remove them. Use Sechem Prime to detoxify any heavy metals found in the tap water at typical concentration levels. Prime also promotes the production and regeneration of the natural slime coat. Seachem Prime is non-acidic, will not impact pH and will not overactivate skimmers.

Use at startup and whenever adding or replacing water. Prime may also be used during tank cycling to alleviate ammonia/nitrite toxicity.

Directions: Use 1 capful (5 ml) for each 200 L (50 gallons) of new water. This removes approximately 1 mg/L ammonia, 4 mg/L chloramine, or 5 mg/L chlorine. For smaller doses, please note each cap thread is approx. 1 ml.

Tips: May be added to aquarium directly, but better if added to new water first. If adding directly to aquarium, base dose on aquarium volume. Sulfur odor is normal. For exceptionally high chloramine concentrations, a double dose may be used safely. To detoxify nitrite in an emergency, up to 5 times normal dose may be used. If temperature is > 30 °C (86 °F) and chlorine or ammonia levels are low, use a half dose.

Seachem Prime is the complete and concentrated conditioner for both fresh and saltwater aquariums. Use during startup and water changes to eliminate and detoxify harmful chemicals in tap water and make your aquarium safe for fish.

• Removes chlorine, chloramine and toxic ammonia
• Detoxifies nitrite and nitrate
• Provides protective slime coat

Prime is safe for fresh and saltwater aquariums. It detoxifies ammonia, nitrite and nitrate, allowing the biofilter to more efficiently remove them. Use Sechem Prime to detoxify any heavy metals found in the tap water at typical concentration levels. Prime also promotes the production and regeneration of the natural slime coat. Seachem Prime is non-acidic, will not impact pH and will not overactivate skimmers.

Use at startup and whenever adding or replacing water. Prime may also be used during tank cycling to alleviate ammonia/nitrite toxicity.

Directions: Use 1 capful (5 ml) for each 200 L (50 gallons) of new water. This removes approximately 1 mg/L ammonia, 4 mg/L chloramine, or 5 mg/L chlorine. For smaller doses, please note each cap thread is approx. 1 ml.

Tips: May be added to aquarium directly, but better if added to new water first. If adding directly to aquarium, base dose on aquarium volume. Sulfur odor is normal. For exceptionally high chloramine concentrations, a double dose may be used safely. To detoxify nitrite in an emergency, up to 5 times normal dose may be used. If temperature is > 30 °C (86 °F) and chlorine or ammonia levels are low, use a half dose.

Seachem Prime is the complete and concentrated conditioner for both fresh and saltwater aquariums. Use during startup and water changes to eliminate and detoxify harmful chemicals in tap water and make your aquarium safe for fish.

• Removes chlorine, chloramine and toxic ammonia
• Detoxifies nitrite and nitrate
• Provides protective slime coat

Prime is safe for fresh and saltwater aquariums. It detoxifies ammonia, nitrite and nitrate, allowing the biofilter to more efficiently remove them. Use Sechem Prime to detoxify any heavy metals found in the tap water at typical concentration levels. Prime also promotes the production and regeneration of the natural slime coat. Seachem Prime is non-acidic, will not impact pH and will not overactivate skimmers.

Use at startup and whenever adding or replacing water. Prime may also be used during tank cycling to alleviate ammonia/nitrite toxicity.

Directions: Use 1 capful (5 ml) for each 200 L (50 gallons) of new water. This removes approximately 1 mg/L ammonia, 4 mg/L chloramine, or 5 mg/L chlorine. For smaller doses, please note each cap thread is approx. 1 ml.

Tips: May be added to aquarium directly, but better if added to new water first. If adding directly to aquarium, base dose on aquarium volume. Sulfur odor is normal. For exceptionally high chloramine concentrations, a double dose may be used safely. To detoxify nitrite in an emergency, up to 5 times normal dose may be used. If temperature is > 30 °C (86 °F) and chlorine or ammonia levels are low, use a half dose.

API Tap Water Conditioner is a super-strength water conditioner that instantly removes chlorine and detoxifies heavy metals in tap water. Its highly concentrated formula is perfect for use when setting up a new aquarium or adding water.

• Removes chlorine and chloramines and detoxifies heavy metals
• Makes new tap water safe for fish
• Super strength, highly concentrated formula

Safe for all aquatic life. Heavy metals, such as copper, lead, and zinc, can be found in most tap water supplies. These metals are toxic to tropical fish; treating the aquarium when adding tap water reduces the risk of fish illness or death from these elements.

Directions: To remove chlorine and detoxify heavy metals: Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) for each 100 gallons (380 L) of aquarium water. To detoxify chloramines: Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) for each 30 gallons (114 L) of aquarium water.

Neutralizes ammonia and nitrites that can build up in aquarium water. For fresh and saltwater aquariums. Should be used when preparing tap water for fish or high levels of ammonia are detected. Neutralizes harmful ammonia that builds up in water. Acts as a water conditioner by neutralizing chlorine and chloramines-preparing tap water for fish.

• For fresh and saltwater aquariums
• Should be used when preparing tap water
• Acts as a water conditioner

Kordon Pond AmQuel removes chlorine, chloramines, and ammonia safely, easily and quickly, protecting pond fishes and invertebrates by rapidly eliminating three of the most harmful compounds commonly found in pond water. AmQuel turns ammonia into an inert compound for rapid consumption by beneficial bacteria.

• Removes chlorine, chloramines, ammonia and pheromones
• Does not interfere with the biological cycle in your pond
• For water changes, crowded ponds and control of ammonia during nitrogen cycle

16 oz Treats 960 Gallons
1 Gallon Treats 7,693 Gallons
5 Gallons Treats 38,468 Gallons

Directions: 1 oz treats 60 gallons of water. For fast action, add 1-2/3 oz per 100 gallons of water, or 1 capful per 8 gallons of water. A single dose will remove 1 ppm ammonia, 3.2 ppm chloramines and 2.1 ppm chlorine.

Pond AQUA ESSENTIAL water conditioner is a highly concentrated all-in-one water conditioner that instantly makes tap water safe for fish by removing chlorine, chloramine and detoxifies heavy metals commonly found in tap water. Pond AQUA ESSENTIAL water conditioner instantly removes toxic ammonia, nitrate, and nitrite levels in your pond. Toxic ammonia is continually released by fish through their gills, urine, and solid waste. Uneaten food and decaying organic matter also add ammonia. Small amounts of ammonia stress fish; large amounts of ammonia will kill fish. This unique formula binds with ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate rendering them non-toxic and allowing the biofilter to remove them more efficiently.

• Use at pond start-up and whenever adding or changing water
• Highly concentrated
• Instantly removes toxic ammonia, nitrate, and nitrite levels in your pond
• Detoxifies heavy metals commonly found in tap water
• Unique formula binds with ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate allowing the biofilter to remove them more efficiently

Instructions: Shake bottle well directly before use. Add 50 ml per 500 gallons of pond water to treat tap water. Add 50 ml per 100 gallons of pond water to remove ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. If after 7 days test results still show ammonia or nitrite, perform a partial water change.

Seachem Neutral Regulator adjusts pH to neutral (pH 7.0) from either a low or high pH and maintains it there. It softens water by precipitating calcium and magnesium while removing any chlorine, chloramine, or ammonia.

• Adjusts high or low pH to 7.0
• Removes chlorine, chloramines and ammonia
• Makes other conditioning unnecessary

The use of SeaChem Neutral Regulator makes other conditioning unnecessary. To lower pH below 7.0 use Neutral Regulator with Acid Regulator (or Discus Buffer). To raise pH above 7.0 use with Alkaline Regulator. All of these products will enhance and stabilize the freshwater aquarium environment.

Use Fresh Trace to restore the proper level of trace elements required by thriving, healthy freshwater community fish.

Seachem Neutral Regulator adjusts pH to neutral (pH 7.0) from either a low or high pH and maintains it there. It softens water by precipitating calcium and magnesium while removing any chlorine, chloramine, or ammonia.

• Adjusts high or low pH to 7.0
• Removes chlorine, chloramines and ammonia
• Makes other conditioning unnecessary

The use of SeaChem Neutral Regulator makes other conditioning unnecessary. To lower pH below 7.0 use Neutral Regulator with Acid Regulator (or Discus Buffer). To raise pH above 7.0 use with Alkaline Regulator. All of these products will enhance and stabilize the freshwater aquarium environment.

Use Fresh Trace to restore the proper level of trace elements required by thriving, healthy freshwater community fish.

Seachem Malawi/Victoria Buffer is a blend of carbonate salts designed to enhance the natural environment of cichlids by increasing hardness and buffer capacity, and reaching and maintaining a healthy pH range of 7.8-8.4.

• Raises and maintains a pH range of 7.8 - 8.4
• Freshwater aquarium additive increases water hardness (alkalinity)
• pH conditioner/buffer for Malawi and Victoria cichlids

For optimum replication of the Malawi/Victoria environment, use with Cichlid Lake Salt and Cichlid Trace.

Directions: Use 5 g (1 level teaspoon) for each 10 to 20 gallons of water each day until desired pH is attained and maintained. Thereafter, use as required to maintain pH, usually no more than once every two to three weeks.

Tips: It is best to dissolve the buffer in freshwater before use. Use when setting up an aquarium or making water changes (preferably after the addition of Seachems Cichlid Lake Salt) and between water changes as needed to maintain pH. Seachems Malawi/Victoria Buffer is formulated to maintain a pH between 7.8 and 8.4, depending on the amount used. To attain a lower pH than 7.8, you may use Seachems Acid Buffer in combination with Malawi/Victoria Buffer. To attain a higher pH than 8.4, use Tanganyika Buffer.

API Tap Water Conditioner is a super-strength water conditioner that instantly removes chlorine and detoxifies heavy metals in tap water. Its highly concentrated formula is perfect for use when setting up a new aquarium or adding water.

• Removes chlorine and chloramines and detoxifies heavy metals
• Makes new tap water safe for fish
• Super strength, highly concentrated formula

Safe for all aquatic life. Heavy metals, such as copper, lead, and zinc, can be found in most tap water supplies. These metals are toxic to tropical fish; treating the aquarium when adding tap water reduces the risk of fish illness or death from these elements.

Directions: To remove chlorine and detoxify heavy metals: Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) for each 100 gallons (380 L) of aquarium water. To detoxify chloramines: Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) for each 30 gallons (114 L) of aquarium water.

Betta Aquarium Cleaner helps reduce aquarium maintenance by actively digesting waste build up on gravel, power filters, decorations, and interior surfaces.

• Reduces organic waste in betta aquariums
• Formulated specifically for betta bowls
• Helps reduce aquarium maintenance
• Actively digests built up waste
• Works on gravel, power filters, decorations and other interior surfaces

Tetra Pond AquaSafe Water Conditioner is essential for all pond keepers! Normal tap water contains chlorine, chloramines, and heavy metals that can harm pond fish. AquaSafe quickly eliminates these chemicals and neutralizes metals to make water safe for your pond fish.

• Makes tap water safe for pond fish and plants
• Removes harmful chlorine and chloramine
• Detoxifies heavy metals
• Protects fish with slime coating

Pond AquaSafe also provides a protective colloid coating for fish, which helps enhance immune resistance to diseases and bacteria. Safe for live plants and all pond fish.

Directions: Add 2 teaspoons (10 ml) for every 50 gallons of tap or well water you add to your pond or water feature. Use every time you add water to your pond.

Microbe-Lift Aquatic Planting Media is made of 100% natural montmorillonite with an added beneficial bacteria to help with pond clarity. The neutral pH pebbles in Microbe-Lift Aquatic Planting Media contain beneficial bacteria, retain oxygen, and help absorb excess alkalinity for improved pond water quality. When used in a bog area, Microbe-Lift Aquatic Pond Plant Media helps reduce transplant shock, allow for more efficient utilization of light, water and nutrients and retain water keeping the bog moist but not waterlogged. Microbe-Lift Aquatic Planting Media will not break down, float, or cloud pond water. Microbe-Lift Aquatic Planting Media contains no algae-promoting nutrients, fertilizers, compost, peat, or harmful pesticides and is safe for use in ponds with fish.

• Ideal when potting aquatic plant
• Enormous surface area perfect to colonize beneficial nitrifying bacteria
• Allows mixing any ratio of loam to plant media, Nontoxic to plants
• Will not break down, float or cloud pond water
• Encourages Plant Health

Seachem Alkaline Buffer raises the pH and alkalinity (KH) of your aquarium water and holds it steady between 7.2 and 8.5 - an ideal range for most freshwater environments. Alkaline Buffer is safe, gentle, and phosphate-free to reduce the risk of algae or cloudiness.

• Raises pH and increases alkalinity
• Buffers pH between 7.2 and 8.5
• Great for planted aquariums or very hard water

Seachem Alkaline Buffer is a sodium bicarbonate-based buffer. This makes it slightly less stable than phosphate buffers, but better suited for planted aquariums where adding more phosphates would lead to an algae problem.

Dosage:
300 grams (10.5 oz): Treats 860 Gallons
600 grams (1.3 lbs): Treats 1,720 Gallons
1.2 kg (2.6 lbs): Treats 3,440 Gallons
4 kg (8.8 lbs): Treats 11,640 Gallons

Directions: To increase pH, use 1 teaspoon (7g) for every 80 L (20 gallons) daily until the desired pH is reached (this dose raises alkalinity by about 1 meq/L (2.8 dKH)). For precise dosing, use the Seachem Digital Spoon Scale. In order to adjust pH gradually, use Alkaline Buffer with Acid Buffer.

FAQ:

• Q: What is the difference between Neutral Regulator, Discus Buffer, Alkaline Buffer, and Acid Buffer
  A: Neutral Regulator and Discus Buffer are phosphate-based buffers providing a very strong and stable buffering system. Alkaline Buffer and Acid Buffer are non-phosphate buffers, which although less stable than a phosphate buffer, are ideal for the planted aquarium where high phosphate levels would lead to an algae problem.
• Q: Is Alkaline Buffer a sodium bicarbonate
  A: Yes, it is a sodium bicarbonate-based buffer.

Seachem Alkaline Buffer raises the pH and alkalinity (KH) of your aquarium water and holds it steady between 7.2 and 8.5 - an ideal range for most freshwater environments. Alkaline Buffer is safe, gentle, and phosphate-free to reduce the risk of algae or cloudiness.

• Raises pH and increases alkalinity
• Buffers pH between 7.2 and 8.5
• Great for planted aquariums or very hard water

Seachem Alkaline Buffer is a sodium bicarbonate-based buffer. This makes it slightly less stable than phosphate buffers, but better suited for planted aquariums where adding more phosphates would lead to an algae problem.

Dosage:
300 grams (10.5 oz): Treats 860 Gallons
600 grams (1.3 lbs): Treats 1,720 Gallons
1.2 kg (2.6 lbs): Treats 3,440 Gallons
4 kg (8.8 lbs): Treats 11,640 Gallons

Directions: To increase pH, use 1 teaspoon (7g) for every 80 L (20 gallons) daily until the desired pH is reached (this dose raises alkalinity by about 1 meq/L (2.8 dKH)). For precise dosing, use the Seachem Digital Spoon Scale. In order to adjust pH gradually, use Alkaline Buffer with Acid Buffer.

FAQ:

• Q: What is the difference between Neutral Regulator, Discus Buffer, Alkaline Buffer, and Acid Buffer
  A: Neutral Regulator and Discus Buffer are phosphate-based buffers providing a very strong and stable buffering system. Alkaline Buffer and Acid Buffer are non-phosphate buffers, which although less stable than a phosphate buffer, are ideal for the planted aquarium where high phosphate levels would lead to an algae problem.
• Q: Is Alkaline Buffer a sodium bicarbonate
  A: Yes, it is a sodium bicarbonate-based buffer.