{"product_id":"seachem-reef-trace-250ml","title":"Seachem Reef Trace 250 mL – Reef Aquarium Trace Element Supplement","description":"\u003cp\u003eSeachem Reef Trace 250 mL is a concentrated trace-element supplement formulated for corals and other invertebrates in marine reef aquariums. It helps replenish minor elements that may gradually become depleted through biological use, oxidation, precipitation, filtration, and regular aquarium maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReef Trace provides a blend of trace elements selected for reef systems and contains no added nitrate or phosphate. It may be used alone or alongside Seachem Reef Plus as part of a complete reef supplementation routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReef-Specific Trace Supplement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Formulated for the nutritional requirements of corals and other reef invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplenishes Trace Elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Restores minor elements that may become depleted in established reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Reef Nutrition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps maintain trace-element availability for normal biological processes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate \u0026amp; Phosphate Free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds trace elements without intentionally increasing nitrate or phosphate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Reef Plus:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be used with Seachem Reef Plus on alternating dosing days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient 250 mL Bottle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for nano, medium, and regularly maintained home reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seachem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef Trace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 mL\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reef aquarium trace-element supplement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Marine and reef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replenishing trace elements for corals and other reef invertebrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 mL per 20 gallons twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrate \u0026amp; Phosphate:\u003c\/strong\u003e No added nitrate or phosphate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eListed Trace Elements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoron\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCobalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCopper in trace quantity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManganese\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolybdenum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubidium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNickel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVanadium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Used For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSPS coral aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLPS coral aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft-coral aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed reef systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReef aquariums with growing coral colonies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstablished marine aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoutine trace-element supplementation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse alongside calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with Seachem Reef Plus on alternate days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one capful, or 5 mL, of Seachem Reef Trace for every 20 US gallons of aquarium water twice per week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalculate dosage using the aquarium’s approximate actual water volume. Live rock, substrate, decorations, and equipment reduce the amount of water inside the aquarium compared with its listed capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd Reef Trace to an area with good water movement. Avoid pouring concentrated supplements directly onto corals or other aquarium livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApproximate Dosage Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10-Gallon Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 2.5 mL twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20-Gallon Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 mL twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40-Gallon Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 mL twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e55-Gallon Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 13.75 mL twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75-Gallon Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 18.75 mL twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100-Gallon Aquarium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 mL twice weekly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese amounts are proportional calculations based on Seachem’s standard dosage. Always follow the current directions printed on the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing Reef Trace with Reef Plus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Reef Trace may be used alone or with Seachem Reef Plus. Reef Trace supplies reef-specific trace elements, while Reef Plus provides vitamins, amino acids, fatty acids, and additional nutritional components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen using both products, Seachem recommends dosing Reef Trace and Reef Plus on alternate days rather than adding them together on the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsing Reef Trace with Major-Element Supplements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReef Trace complements, but does not replace, calcium, alkalinity, and magnesium supplementation. Reef-building corals require stable major elements, salinity, temperature, nutrients, lighting, and water flow in addition to trace elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest calcium, alkalinity, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, salinity, and other important reef parameters regularly. Reef Trace should not be used to correct low calcium, low alkalinity, low magnesium, or unstable pH.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid directly mixing concentrated supplements together unless the manufacturer specifically permits it. Dose products separately into an area of good water circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure dosage according to actual aquarium water volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a dosing syringe for amounts smaller than one capful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the supplement to an area with good water movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a consistent supplementation schedule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not intentionally overdose trace elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDose Reef Trace and Reef Plus on alternate days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue testing major reef-aquarium parameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a log of dosing amounts and coral response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue regular water changes and aquarium maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Reef Aquarium Note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrace elements are required only in small quantities. Adding more than the recommended amount does not necessarily improve coral growth or coloration and may allow certain elements to accumulate above appropriate levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePale coloration, slow growth, reduced polyp extension, or tissue loss can have many causes and do not independently confirm a trace-element deficiency. Review salinity, temperature, alkalinity, calcium, magnesium, nitrate, phosphate, lighting, water flow, pests, and aquarium stability before changing the dosing schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReef Trace does not replace regular water changes, nutrient testing, filtration, protein-skimmer maintenance, or complete reef aquarium husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Seachem Reef Trace used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReef Trace replenishes trace elements formulated for corals and other invertebrates in marine reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much Reef Trace should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse 5 mL for every 20 US gallons twice per week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Reef Trace contain nitrate or phosphate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Seachem states that Reef Trace is nitrate and phosphate free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich trace elements are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe listed formula contains boron, cobalt, copper, manganese, molybdenum, zinc, rubidium, nickel, and vanadium in small quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes Reef Trace contain iodine or iron?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIodine and iron are not included in Seachem’s current published ingredient list for Reef Trace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Reef Trace be used in SPS aquariums?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It may be used in SPS, LPS, soft-coral, and mixed reef systems when dosed according to the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Reef Trace replace water changes?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It replenishes selected trace elements but does not remove waste, restore every component of seawater, or replace regular water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Reef Trace replace calcium and alkalinity supplements?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It does not replace calcium, alkalinity, magnesium, or other major-element supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Reef Trace be used with Reef Plus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Seachem states that the products may be used together and recommends dosing them on alternate days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Reef Trace the same as Marine Trace?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Reef Trace contains mineral levels selected for corals and reef invertebrates, while Marine Trace is formulated around the trace-element needs of marine fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan too much Reef Trace be harmful?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTrace elements are required in very small quantities and may accumulate when overdosed. Follow the recommended schedule and avoid unnecessary additional dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I test trace-element levels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoutine individual trace-element testing can be difficult, but advanced aquarists may use laboratory testing when adjusting supplementation in heavily stocked reef systems. Standard dosing should still be conservative and consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable at Tropical Treasures Wyo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeachem Reef Trace 250 mL replenishes reef-specific trace elements for corals and other marine invertebrates. Visit Tropical Treasures Wyo in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to shop Seachem reef supplements, calcium and alkalinity products, marine test kits, dosing supplies, reef foods, and aquarium care essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53004997427413,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/4545\/8133\/files\/SC07360-2T.png?v=1784898391","url":"https:\/\/tropicaltreasureswyo.com\/products\/seachem-reef-trace-250ml","provider":"Tropical Treasures Wyo LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}