API Aquarium Salt 16 oz
API Aquarium Salt is a high-quality freshwater aquarium salt formulated to improve fish health, reduce stress, and aid in disease prevention and recovery. It helps restore essential electrolytes lost through stress, illness, or transport and is commonly used during new fish introductions, water changes, and treatment periods.
This 16 oz box is ideal for small to medium freshwater aquariums and is safe for use with most freshwater fish when used as directed.
Supports Fish Health Stress Reduction Freshwater Aquarium Essential
Key Benefits
🧂 Promotes Healthy Gill Function
🐠 Reduces Stress from Handling & Transport
🦠 Helps Protect Against Some External Parasites & Fungal Issues
💧 Supports Electrolyte Balance
Freshwater Use Only
🏥 Great for Quarantine & Hospital Tanks
⚙️ Product Details
- Brand: API
- Product Name: Aquarium Salt
- Size: 16 oz
- Use: Freshwater aquariums only
- Form: Granulated salt
- Safe For: Most freshwater fish
⚠️ Not recommended for use with live plants, scaleless fish, or invertebrates unless species-safe.
💡 Directions for Use (Summary)
- General Use: 1 tablespoon per 5 gallons of aquarium water
- New Fish / Stress Reduction: Use during acclimation and first water changes
- Treatment Support: Follow label directions for illness support
Dissolve salt in water before adding to aquarium.
❓ FAQ API Aquarium Salt
Q: Is this the same as marine salt?
A: NoAPI Aquarium Salt is for freshwater use only and is not a replacement for marine salt mixes.
Q: Can I use this in planted tanks?
A: It is not recommended for most live plants.
Q: Is this safe for shrimp and snails?
A: Nosalt can be harmful to most invertebrates.
Q: Can I use this long-term?
A: Typically used short-term for stress relief or treatment support rather than continuous use.
Q: Should I add more salt after water changes?
A: Only replace the amount of salt removed with the water change.
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