API Stress Coat Water Conditioner 30mL

API Stress Coat 30mL is an aquarium water conditioner that makes tap water safe for freshwater fish while helping protect their skin and natural slime coat. Its aloe vera formula provides extra support when fish are stressed by transport, handling or water changes.

Whether you're setting up a new fish tank, introducing new fish or performing routine aquarium maintenance, API Stress Coat helps create a safer environment for your fish.

Why Choose API Stress Coat?

• Makes tap water safe: Removes chlorine and chloramine and helps neutralise heavy metals commonly found in tap water.
• Contains aloe vera: Helps support the protective slime coat that fish rely on for healthy skin and fins.
• Supports stressed fish: Ideal for use after netting, transporting or introducing fish to a new aquarium.
• Helps protect damaged tissue: Supports the recovery of minor skin and fin damage.
• Convenient 30mL bottle: A practical size for smaller aquariums, new fishkeepers and occasional water changes.

How to Use API Stress Coat

API Stress Coat can be added when setting up a new aquarium, changing water or introducing new fish.

• Standard dosage: Add 5mL per 38 litres of aquarium water.
• Extra slime coat support: Double the dosage to 10mL per 38 litres when additional protection is needed.
• Water changes: Calculate the standard dose using the volume of replacement tap water.
• New aquarium: Treat the full volume of water before introducing fish.

The 30mL bottle treats approximately 228 litres of freshwater at the standard dosage. Always follow the directions printed on the product packaging.

Product Specifications

• Brand: API
• Product: Stress Coat Water Conditioner
• Volume: 30mL
• Application: Freshwater aquariums
• Key ingredient: Aloe vera
• Standard dosage: 5mL per 38 litres
• Coverage: Approximately 228 litres
• Purpose: Tap water conditioning and slime coat support

Frequently Asked Questions

Does API Stress Coat remove chlorine from tap water?

Yes. API Stress Coat removes chlorine and chloramine from tap water and helps neutralise heavy metals, making replacement water safer for aquarium fish.

Can API Stress Coat help fish after transport?

Yes. Its aloe vera formula helps support the protective slime coat that can be disturbed during handling, netting and transport.

How much water does API Stress Coat 30mL treat?

At the standard dosage of 5mL per 38 litres, one 30mL bottle treats approximately 228 litres of freshwater.

Can I use API Stress Coat during every water change?

Yes. API Stress Coat can be used whenever adding new tap water to your aquarium. Dose according to the volume of replacement water.

Does API Stress Coat cycle a new aquarium?

No. API Stress Coat conditions tap water but does not establish the beneficial bacteria required for biological filtration. A new aquarium must still develop a functioning nitrogen cycle.