Description
API Aqua Essential™ – All-in-One Water Conditioner for Aquariums
API Aqua Essential™ is a highly concentrated, advanced water conditioner designed to instantly make tap water safe for fish and support long-term water quality. Suitable for freshwater, saltwater, and planted aquariums, Aqua Essential removes chlorine, chloramine, and heavy metals, while also detoxifying ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate—key contributors to fish stress and poor water conditions.
Its unique formula binds harmful toxins in a non-toxic form, allowing your biological filter to remove them more efficiently. Safe to use with fish, snails, shrimp, and live plants.
✅ Instantly removes chlorine, chloramine & heavy metals
✅ Detoxifies ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate
✅ Suitable for freshwater, saltwater & planted tanks
✅ Safe for use with all aquatic life including shrimp & snails
✅ Won’t affect pH or protein skimmers
✅ Can be used alongside other API treatments
When to Use:
• At start-up
• During water changes or top-ups
• After testing reveals high levels of ammonia, nitrite, or nitrate
• When adding or transporting fish
Directions for Use:
• To treat tap water: Add 5ml per 189L
• To remove ammonia, nitrite & nitrate: Add 5ml per 38L
• Repeat every 24–48 hours if needed. Follow up with a partial water change after 24 hours for best results.
Important Notes:
• Will not harm aquatic life if slightly overdosed
• Binds toxins for up to 48 hours or more
• Ideal for use with API Stress Coat™ when handling fish
Treats per 237ml bottle (approx.):
• Up to 9,000L for tap water treatment
• Up to 1,800L for ammonia/nitrite/nitrate detox
A trusted solution for cleaner, safer water and healthier fish.