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API AQUARIUM SALT Freshwater Aquarium Salt 67-Ounce Box (Packaging May Vary)
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Brand | API |
Item Weight | 4 Pounds |
Item Form | Granules |
Target Species | Fish |
Allergen Information | Gluten Free |
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- Contains one (1) API AQUARIUM SALT Freshwater Aquarium Salt 67-Ounce Box
- Promotes fish health and disease recovery with increased electrolytes
- Improves respiration for fish in freshwater aquariums
- Made from evaporated sea water for all-natural results
- Use when changing water, when setting up a new freshwater aquarium and when treating fish disease
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Stability | 5.0 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.7 |
Easy to use | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Value for money | 4.7 | 3.9 | 4.7 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Accuracy | 4.6 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 3.5 | — | 4.8 |
Sheerness | 4.5 | — | — | 4.0 | 4.3 | 4.6 |
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target species | Fish | Fish | Fish | Fish | Fish | Fish |
liquid volume | 0 gallons | 16 fluid ounces | 500 milliliters | 16 fluid ounces | 32 fluid ounces | 250 milliliters |
form | Granules | Liquid | — | Stick | Liquid | Stick |
weight | 4 pounds | 454 grams | 1.15 pounds | 1 pounds | 1.1 pounds | 0.29 kilograms |
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From the manufacturer
It’s Smart To Be Proactive!
The best way to keep your aquarium clean is to maintain good water quality. This will keep your fish strong and vibrant, as well as preventing disease.
How Do I Maintain A Healthy Environment?
It is important to test your aquarium water weekly to verify good quality in addition to a bi-weekly partial water change of no more than 25% to help reduce toxic buildup, remove debris the filter missed, and replenish the oxygen available to fish.
How Do I Take Good Care Of My Aquarium & Fish?
- Feed & observe fish daily
- Test water quality weekly
- Change 25% water every 2 weeks
- Restore your ecosystem monthly
Feed Your Fish Daily
Feed your fish twice daily with API Fish Food which contains nutritionally enhanced proteins, allowing for easy uptake of nutrients and maximum absorption, resulting in less excrement for clear, clean water. Take time to observe fish to ensure they are active & healthy and be sure to check water temperature.
Test Water Quality Weekly
An aquarium is a closed environment and in order for fish to thrive, water must be similar to that which could be found in their natural environment. Poor water quality can cause fish stress, illness and even loss. The 6 common water quality parameters are Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate, pH, and water hardness (GH and KH) - all of which may vary over time and all are invisible to the eye which is why it is important to test weekly with API MASTER TEST KITS or API 5-IN-1 TEST STRIPS. It is also a good time to add API STRESS ZYME to keep your aquarium & gravel clean.
Change 25% Water Every 2 Weeks
In a closed aquarium environment there are no natural rivers or streams to carry away debris and other waste materials. It is important to renew 25% of the aquarium water every two weeks. When you change the water, it is important to know that tap water contains chemicals that make it safe for us to drink but harmful for fish, therefore add a water conditioner such as API STRESS COAT.
Restore Your Ecosystem Monthly
It is important to change your filter media & clean gravel monthly, however in doing so it can disrupt the fragile ecosystem of your aquarium. Use API QUICK START to strengthen it with ‘beneficial’ nitrifying bacteria that will naturally consume toxic compounds and help prevent fish stress. Also recommended when starting a new aquarium or changing the water.
FEED FISH DAILY
TEST WATER QUALITY WEEKLY
CHANGE 25% WATER EVERY 2 WEEKS
RESTORE ECOSYSTEM MONTHLY
API TEST KITS | API STRESS ZYME | API FIX | API STRESS COAT | API QUICK START | API MELAFIX | |
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Use Weekly | Helps monitor water quality | Keeps aquarium clean | ||||
Use Every 2 Weeks | Makes tap water safe when changing water | Restores the ecosystem to help prevent fish stress | ||||
Use Monthly | Restores the ecosystem to help prevent fish stress | |||||
Use When Adding New Fish | Prevents disease breakout |
Making A Better Underwater World
At API, we understand the rewards and relaxation of fishkeeping because we have a passion for fish too. For almost 60 years API has developed premium solutions with proven and effective results for your family and ours. API offers a range of testing kits, water conditioners, and nutritionally superior food, because we’re dedicated to making a better underwater world.
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Product Description
A lack of electrolytes in aquarium freshwater may cause serious health problems for freshwater fish. API AQUARIUM SALT supplies electrolytes to improve fish respiration. Made from evaporated sea water and containing natural active ingredients such as a natural fish tonic, API AQUARIUM SALT promotes the overall health of your fish by improving their gill function and reducing stress in a freshwater aquarium. This all-natural salt provides the essential electrolytes fish need for the uptake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide and ammonia through the gills. API AQUARIUM SALT should only be added to reduce stress during new freshwater aquarium setup and water changes or to promote disease recovery when solving specific fish health issues. Use API AQUARIUM SALT when setting up a new freshwater aquarium, when changing water or treating disease. Make sure to take extra care when using salt with live plants, as some plants may be sensitive. With API aquarium products, it’s easy to keep a beautiful saltwater, freshwater or reef aquarium. For almost 60 years API has developed premium solutions with proven and effective results for your family and ours. API offers a range of testing kits, water conditioners, and nutritionally superior food, because we’re dedicated to making a better underwater world. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. At API, we understand the rewards and relaxation of fishkeeping because we have a passion for fish too.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 8 x 8 x 10 inches; 4 Pounds
- Item model number : 106C
- Department : Unisex-Adult
- Date First Available : June 20, 2004
- Manufacturer : Mars Fishcare
- ASIN : B0010P0ZJK
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #1,694 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
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Top Brand: API
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An all natural salt, made from evaporated sea water. Helps improve gill function to reduce stress. Reduces electrolyte loss and promotes healthy gill function. Can be used with most aquarium remedies to improve recovery from disease.
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Customers like the quality, value, performance, and ease of use of the aquarium pond water treatment. For example, they mention it's very good for gill function, helps enhance treatments, and is great value for money. Some are also satisfied with cleanliness, and size. That said, some dislike condition and disagree on evaporation.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the aquarium pond water treatment. They say it is very good for gill function, helps enhance treatments, and works great for the tank. Some customers also mention that it is amazing and is great for treating sick or stressed out fish. They also say that it keeps their fish alive and healthy.
"...Great buy. Fish stay healthier with it." Read more
"...Also helps restore some fish that get a little stressed outThis large container is a great value..." Read more
"...Bettas don't like a strong current so a sponge filter works great...." Read more
"...his life now I use it with every water change and it keeps my flower horn in good shape it has saved his life two times now I thought I needed to..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the aquarium pond water treatment. They mention that it is a great value and provides more bang for your buck. Some customers also say that it's good for their fresh water fish.
"...I like that it is a normal sized container and at a reasonable price. Great buy. Fish stay healthier with it." Read more
"...Compared to other retailers the price is good considering the volume you get. Plus the convenience of not going to a store is nice...." Read more
"This is my favorite aquarium salt to buy price is good and I use it every tank cleaning for my massive goldfish" Read more
"Excellent Price for the amount received. I don’t use as much as the directions says by my own reasons. Main thing SALT DOESNT..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the aquarium pond water treatment. They mention that it helps to improve gill function, reduce stress, and facilitate osmoregulation. It also helps to speed up the healing process and kills bacteria. Some customers say that it cures fish within a week and that it improves gil function and helps to enhance treatments when using medications to battle parasites.
"...most fish heal very well with this. sometimes the best treatment truly is the simplest" Read more
"...It really does help to improve gill function, reduce stress, facilitate osmoregulation and promote disease recovery. I would give it a solid 5.0/5.0...." Read more
"...I will say that I saw an immediate improvement from my fish. I do weekly water changes...." Read more
"Hi, this salt is very good for gill function and helps enhance treatments when using medications to battle parasites and diseases in your aquarium...." Read more
Customers find the aquarium pond water treatment easy to use. They mention that it's simple, affordable, and easy to add to their fish tanks and ponds. It comes with instructions on how to use it for your fish tanks. Customers also say that it is great to have on hand for emergencies.
"Easy to use and use just a touch." Read more
"Easier to use than table salt" Read more
"This has been great. Easy instructions. Has really helped me stabilize my tank parameters." Read more
"Was easy to use didn't harm my fresh water fish they actually seem to be happier now" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the cleanliness of the product. They mention that it keeps their tank clear and healthy, and the water sparkling clean. It helps keep the water electrolytes good, and it has happy fish. Overall, customers are happy with the product and recommend it to others.
"I love that this keeps the water nice for my fish. I use it in my Betta tank and also for my guppies...." Read more
"...The water looks more pristine and fish and acting/looking healthier...." Read more
"...Things like, electrolytes, improved breathing, illness prevention, etc. I will say that I saw an immediate improvement from my fish...." Read more
"...wrong with Aquarium salt My fish is staying to be calm and it helps with the water too" Read more
Customers like the size of the aquarium pond water treatment. They mention that it's a very big container that will last you a lifetime, it works great, and it' is a convenient container. Some say that it is perfect for a 50 gallon tank and that it has a great price.
"...I like that it is a normal sized container and at a reasonable price. Great buy. Fish stay healthier with it." Read more
"Good. Big box. It is what it says it is." Read more
"...This includes loaches and scaleless fish. Very big container that will last you a lifetime" Read more
"Arrived on time, have not used yet.Pleased with the size of the product...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the evaporation of the aquarium salt. Some mention that it is great for their freshwater tank, the best aquarium salt they've used to treat their fish, and will add health benefits to their fish. Others say that it does not evaporate with water, so it remains in the aquarium when water does evaporate, and that the packaging was damaged. Some customers also say that the salt spilled all over the package and their desk.
"...I also appreciated the packaging mentioning that the salt does not evaporate so be careful not to compound it...." Read more
"...Salt does not evaporate with water, so it remains in the aquarium when water does evaporate, for this reason, salt should only be added again when..." Read more
"...The substrate houses desirable bacteria. Aquarium salt helps fish heal and promotes the growth of good bacteria that grows on everything in the..." Read more
"...Overall, this API aquarium salt is excellent so I would definitely recommend it. It's a must have for all aquariums (salt or freshwater)!..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the condition of the aquarium pond water treatment. They mention that the packaging was not well constructed, the corner of the box was ripped open, and the salt was spilling out. Some customers also say that the ends are still torn.
"...I have ordered this product, and this is the second time the product was busted open and most of its contents spilled in the box." Read more
"...Great for freshwater, the only problem was the package arrived damaged most likely opened during shipping" Read more
"I've seen some other reviews mentioned that the box was open and it is the same for me...." Read more
"...salt works great for the tank, but each time I have ordered it has arrived open...." Read more
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Also helps restore some fish that get a little stressed out
This large container is a great value
Best to add a little salt to container, and then add water stirred up and then poured it into your tank
I really only have 2 complaints:
1- The granules vary, but some are quite large. Even by adding them to a small cup of boiling water and stirring frequently it took several minutes to properly dissolve. If not dissolved properly and added gradually it can burn your fish!
2- The directions are not very clear. They are listed in 3 languages, so that's nice, but there is plenty of room for more clarity on dosing your tank. (The product label is on 2 of the 4 sides so they could actually use another side for information to add clarity.) It states that you can either add 1 rounded tablespoon for every 5 gallons OR 1/2 rounded teaspoon for every gallon. The fist measurement gives you a 1 tbsp to 5 gallon ratio while the second measurement give you a 0.83 tbsp to 5 gallon ratio. I guess it's trying to be helpful for those with a tiny bowl or small hospital tank??? It mentions NOTHING about dissolving the salt first or adding it gradually. If you are treating your fish and don't happen to learn that in your own research, then you may end up just plopping the measurement into your tank and harming your fish.
***I do appreciate that it mentions that some live plants may not tolerate the salt. I chose to risk it and many did ok. They didn't grow much, but didn't seem harmed. A few did lose leaves and kinda melt away though. I simply removed those that were not tolerating the salt for the time being.
***I also appreciated the packaging mentioning that the salt does not evaporate so be careful not to compound it. For example, when I did a 25% water change, I dissolved and added 25% of the salt I had previously dosed my tank with to the new dechlorinated water.
Compared to other retailers the price is good considering the volume you get. Plus the convenience of not going to a store is nice.
NOTE ON TREATING BETTA FIN ROT:
(Just thought I'd add this in hope that it might be helpful for someone.)
Fin rot is common, so don't feel horrible if you are dealing with it. Doing lots of research before any treatment is very important! Anyone can type anything on the internet that information will pop up in a google search. Read lots of different opinions, watch many reputable/informative videos and do your best to understand why your Betta has fin rot in the first place.
If you don't have a heater or filter this is the first change your should make when combatting fin rot. All Bettas (even healthy ones) with benefit from these tank additions. (If your house temperature NEVER falls below 78F you may not need need a heater, but most of us do for at least part of the year. It can easily be unplugged or removed when not needed.) Bettas don't like a strong current so a sponge filter works great. If you have a filter that is built into your aquarium or came with a set, there probably an easy way to baffle it for your Betta's comfort. I added an aquarium sponge to the output of mine.
Your could be biting it's own fin which looks like bites taken out opposed to a fraying or melting of the fins. This often happens on the caudal (think tail) fins pretty much in line with where your Betta's mouth could reach. You may even observe your Betta seemingly "chase its tail." My research tells me this often happens when a Betta is unhappy so consider if your tank is large enough. Betta's enjoy stimulation so a Betta leaf, hide and silk plants are an easy addition to try if you don't already have them.
The fin damage could be caused by sharp objects in the tank. This may look like a tattered or ripped fin. Betta fins are very delicate. It's good to check all decorations thoroughly by rubbing your fingers over them. You can possibly alter them to make them safe (like sanding down a rough area of driftwood) but be sure that only soft items are in your tank. Even some plastic plants may be damaging your Betta's fins so many people recommend silk or live plants only.
Unclean water may have caused your fin rot. Even if it looks clear to you, it may be full of harmful ammonia, nitrites or nitrates. If you don't have a test kit, investing in one will help keep your Betta healthy. The API master test kit provides LOTS of tests and is very accurate.
For me, I learned that I was not cleaning my tank the best that I could. I house 1 male Betta and 2 Nerite snails in a 5 gallon planted tank. Nerite snails help with algae, but they also poop a lot, so there was lots of animal waste my tank. Because I have a planted tank and was trying to allow some plants to carpet the bottom, I did not agitate my substrate enough when cleaning. I was also not consistent with my weekly water changes when work got busy. Big mistakes that led to a little fin rot.
Along with 25% weekly water changes to reduce waste it is important to gravel vac the detritus up from your tank so that bad bacteria does not grow in your substrate. Use your siphon to press down into the substrate. Once you see lots of substrate getting pulled up (along with the detritus) lift the siphon a few inches out of the substate and give it a wiggle. This should release the substrate but allow the detritus to continue up the tubing. (If substate gets caught and slows down suction it can easily be removed by taking out your siphon and piking it with a clean wooded skewer.) If you are working around plants, do this method to the exposed substrate only. Wiggle the vac or use a clean/unused wooden chopstick or skewer to agitate around the substate of your plant. This will make the detritus start to float into the water and you can suck it up there.
I also find it helpful to take a new toothbrush that I have designated for tank cleaning to the leaves of my plants. I noticed some brown algae (diatom) buildup forming on them. I initially thought they may be dying, but the brown layer came off easily and once removed it helped them grow better. On smaller leaves I just gently rubbed it off with my fingers. I use the same brush to scrub off my driftwood. You can use it on the inside glass of your aquarium too if you have a large buildup of algae, but if not then you don't need to.
I have moss glued to my driftwood so I use my hands to agitate that and sometimes pull or trim off excess or weakened growth. This helps encourage new growth. I plop any removed moss into an open mason jar full of dechlorinated water and set it on the window sill to grow more fresh green algae over a month or so. Sometimes I replace that water and sometimes I top it off with a splash of old aquarium water for some plant nutrients.
It is also important to note that if you have any uneaten food (pellets that fall or messy bits from a frozen food feeding) you should pull out your siphon and remove them within a few minutes. They will pollute your tank and cause problems for your fish (and you).
Sometimes you have to learn the hard way, but cleaning your tank is often more involved than just scooping out some water once in a while! Good luck with your fin rot and don't forget to do your research!
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024