API Aquarium Salt 33 oz Freshwater Aquarium Treatment
API Aquarium Salt is a trusted freshwater aquarium treatment made from pure evaporated sea salt. It is commonly used to help support fish health, reduce stress, improve gill function, and assist freshwater fish with osmoregulation.
API Aquarium Salt can be helpful during water changes, new aquarium setups, stressful events, and certain minor freshwater fish health concerns when used as directed. It is often used with livebearers, cichlids, goldfish, and many other freshwater fish species.
Key Features
- 33 oz container of pure evaporated aquarium salt
- Helps support healthy gill function
- Supports osmoregulation in freshwater fish
- May help reduce stress during water changes, transport, or acclimation
- Useful for many freshwater aquariums when used as directed
- Great to keep on hand as part of your aquarium care supplies
Great For
- Freshwater aquariums
- Livebearers such as guppies, mollies, platies, and swordtails
- African cichlids and many hardy freshwater fish
- Goldfish aquariums
- Stress support during water changes or transport
- General freshwater aquarium care
Directions
Follow the directions on the package. A common general-use dose is 1 rounded tablespoon per 5 gallons of aquarium water. Always dose carefully and adjust based on your aquarium, livestock, and the reason for use.
Important: Aquarium salt does not evaporate and is only removed through water changes. Do not keep adding salt without accounting for the salt already in the aquarium.
Product Details
- Brand: API
- Product: Aquarium Salt
- Size: 33 oz
- Use: Freshwater aquariums
- Form: Evaporated sea salt
Frequently Asked Questions
Is API Aquarium Salt safe for planted aquariums?
Use caution in planted aquariums. Some aquarium plants are sensitive to salt, especially with repeated or higher dosing. If you have a heavily planted tank, research your plants before using aquarium salt.
How do I dose API Aquarium Salt?
Follow the directions on the package. A common dose for general support is 1 rounded tablespoon per 5 gallons of aquarium water. For specific situations, always follow the product instructions carefully.
Can I use aquarium salt with shrimp or snails?
Use caution. Many freshwater shrimp, snails, and other invertebrates can be sensitive to salt. Avoid using aquarium salt in shrimp or snail tanks unless you are confident it is appropriate for your setup.
Does API Aquarium Salt expire?
Pure aquarium salt does not expire when stored properly. Keep it dry, sealed, and away from moisture.
Can I use API Aquarium Salt in every freshwater tank?
Not always. Aquarium salt can be useful for many freshwater fish, but some species, plants, and invertebrates are more sensitive to salt. Always consider your livestock before use.
Why Keep Aquarium Salt on Hand?
API Aquarium Salt is a useful aquarium care product to keep available for freshwater fish. When used correctly, it can help support fish during stressful events, improve gill function, and assist with overall freshwater fish health.
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