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Api Quick Start, 4 Oz, Multicolor

Q: Does It Have Parmesan In It?

Answers to the reasonable assumptions about the word in your question: (1) Paramecium: No. This is nitrifying bacteria which are classified highly as prokaryotic organisms, whereas paramecium are eukaryote organisms. Some tiny fish babies will eat paramecium and they are cultured in some fisheries to create deeper ecosystems of microscopic organisms. (2) Parmesan: Without an actual ingredient list it would be hard to tell. If you think about it, somewhere somehow there is probably a molecule or two (million) of Parmesan stuff in every bottle. Blame probability if you like, but it's probs in there in some way. Which means that it potentially could have red pepper flakes too. I would however not recommend putting this on your next pizza.

Q: Can I use marine quick start in freshwater?

NO! There is a Marine Quick Start and a Freshwater Quick Start for a reason. Marine beneficial bacteria will die in freshwater and Freshwater beneficial bacteria will die in marine water. Marine and Freshwater beneficial bacterias are very different from one another. Api makes Makes both versions.

Q: Why is my nirates level still high

Nitrates are the end product in the nitrogen cycle. One type of bacteria convert ammonia into nitrite. The other type converts the nitrite into nitrate. Nitrates are much less toxic than ammonia or nitrite, but must be removed through water changes or by special filter media. Live plants also use nitrates for food. High nitrates can be a symptom of overfeeding. If water changes don't lower nitrate levels, your water could already have high nitrate levels. You could test your tap water to be sure.

Q: What is the expiration date? How long does it keep?

if you look at the back of the bottle above the blue line you will see stamped print with the date,mine (almost empty) is good til 03/2016.ar bottom you will see a phone number 1-800-847-0659 that answers all questions.

4.7/5

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Details

Brand
API
Liquid volume
4 Fluid Ounces
Item weight
0.3 Pounds
Item form
Liquid
Target species
Fish

🌈Multicolor formula

🐟Instant fish addition

💧BPA-free liquid

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Description

🌟 Dive into a thriving aquarium instantly!

🔄 MULTI USE FORMULA - Perfect for new setups, water changes, and new fish.
🚀 INSTANT AQUARIUM CYCLE - Kickstart your tank's ecosystem in minutes!
🌱 BENEFICIAL BACTERIA BOOST - Transforms toxic ammonia into harmless nitrate!
🌊 FRESH SALTWATER FRIENDLY - Versatile for all aquatic environments.
🛡️ SAFE FOR ALL LIFE STAGES - Gentle on your aquatic friends, from fry to adults.

API Quick Start is a 4 oz liquid solution designed to introduce beneficial nitrifying bacteria into your aquarium, enabling the immediate addition of fish while ensuring a safe and healthy environment. Ideal for both fresh and saltwater tanks, this BPA-free formula supports all life stages and is essential for new setups, water changes, and adding new fish.

Specifications

Pet Type	Aquatics, PetSupplies, Aquatics Water Conditioner
Product Dimensions	3.81 x 3.81 x 15.24 cm; 136.08 g
Item model number	89C
Pet Life Stage	All Life Stages
Item Form	Liquid
Allergen Information	BPA-Free
Color	multicolor
Size	4 oz
Volume	4
Number of Items	1
Quantity	1
Specific Uses	Active
batteries required	No
Batteries Included	No
Item Weight	136 g

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Reviews

4.7

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A**N

Very Good Product

perfectly pack and delivered on time. if you are a fish keeper then you must have this. to keep you fishes healthy and keep the aquarium cycle balance.

13.10.2023

D**H

Bacterial culture

Placed yet to see result. But fishes happy in new tank

9.08.2022

A**H

Dose not work

Killed my fish

13.09.2023

S**.

seems like bacteria were dead upon arrival

Case of back luck but it seems bacteria were dead upon arrival - i tried dosing as per bottle instructions and there were no changes in nitrate levels over the course of 3 weeks.

10.03.2023

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