{"product_id":"api-tapwater-conditioner","title":"API Tapwater Conditioner","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne small bottle detoxifies hundreds of litres of tap water instantly.\u003c\/strong\u003e API Tap Water Conditioner is a concentrated dechlorinator from Mars Fishcare that neutralises chlorine, chloramine and heavy metals in a single dose, so treated water is safe for fish straight away. Suits freshwater and saltwater aquariums, in three sizes to match your tank and water-change routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutralises chlorine, chloramine, and heavy metals (copper, lead and zinc) in tap water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks instantly, no standing time before fish can be added\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly concentrated: 1 mL treats 38 L for chlorine and heavy metals, or 5 mL treats 114 L for chloramine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnder 1 cent per litre of treated tap water on every bottle size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive ingredients: sodium thiosulfate (30.2%) and EDTA tetrasodium salt (9.8%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTap water treated (chloramine dose)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCost per litre\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e118 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$16.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eup to 2,690 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eunder 1c\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e237 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$31.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eup to 5,403 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eunder 1c\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e473 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$44.95\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eup to 10,784 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eunder 1c\/L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLitres are based on API's chloramine dose (5 mL per 114 L), the heavier of its two rates, since most South East Queensland mains water is chloraminated. At the chlorine-only rate (1 mL per 38 L), each bottle treats even more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosage and directions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure with the graduated dosing cap on the bottle and add to tap water as it goes into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChlorine and heavy metals: 1 mL per 10 US gallons (38 L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChloramine: 5 mL per 30 US gallons (114 L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsure which disinfectant your supplier uses? Dose at the chloramine rate to be safe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshwater and saltwater (marine) aquariums; conditioning tap water for water changes and new tank set-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it safe for invertebrates and live plants?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label states the product is safe for all aquatic life in fresh and saltwater, but doesn't give specific invertebrate or plant wording beyond that. Contact us before first use on a shrimp colony or heavily planted tank to confirm suitability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe undiluted concentrate carries hazard warnings from API's Safety Data Sheet: \"Causes severe skin burns and eye damage\" (H314), \"May cause an allergic skin reaction\" (H317), \"May cause respiratory irritation\" (H335), and \"Very toxic to aquatic life\" (H400). Wear gloves and eye protection, use in a well-ventilated area, and store locked up away from children and pets. If swallowed, rinse the mouth without inducing vomiting; for skin or eye contact, rinse thoroughly and seek medical attention if irritation persists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA liquid test kit for chlorine, chloramine and ammonia, a bucket for pre-treating water changes, and a beneficial bacteria supplement when cycling a new tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by the consumer guarantees under Australian Consumer Law, including that it's of acceptable quality and fit for purpose; contact us if a bottle arrives faulty or damaged. Delivery costs and timeframes are shown at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much do I use per water change?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 mL per 10 US gallons (38 L) for chlorine and heavy metals, or 5 mL per 30 US gallons (114 L) if your supply is chloraminated, which most South East Queensland mains water is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to wait before adding fish after dosing?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. API states the conditioner works instantly, so treated tap water can go straight into the aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich bottle size should I buy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll three sizes work out to under 1 cent per litre, so choose on how much water you change rather than price per millilitre. The 118 mL suits occasional water changers, the 473 mL suits larger or more frequent changes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"118 mL","offer_id":55244124422435,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"237 mL","offer_id":55244124455203,"sku":null,"price":31.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"473 mL","offer_id":55244124487971,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/APH177_1.jpg?v=1772082187","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/api-tapwater-conditioner","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}