API Tap Water Conditioner 30mL

API Tap Water Conditioner 30mL is a highly concentrated aquarium water conditioner that instantly removes harmful chlorine, neutralises chloramines and detoxifies heavy metals in tap water. Suitable for freshwater and saltwater aquariums, it makes preparing replacement water quick, easy and economical.

Tap water may be safe for people to drink, but chemicals used in water treatment can be harmful to aquarium fish. Whether you're setting up a new aquarium or performing regular water changes, API Tap Water Conditioner helps protect your fish and creates a safer environment for your aquatic pets.

Why Choose API Tap Water Conditioner?

• Instantly removes chlorine: Eliminates chlorine from tap water before it can harm sensitive fish tissue and gills.
• Neutralises chloramines: Treats chloramines commonly used in municipal water supplies.
• Detoxifies heavy metals: Helps neutralise harmful metals such as copper, lead and zinc that may be present in tap water.
• Highly concentrated formula: Just 1mL treats 38 litres of tap water for chlorine and heavy metals.
• Freshwater and saltwater compatible: Suitable for tropical aquariums, goldfish tanks, cichlid aquariums and marine systems.
• Ideal for routine water changes: Makes preparing fresh aquarium water simple and convenient.
• Economical 30mL bottle: Treats up to 1,140 litres of water for chlorine and heavy metals at the recommended dosage.

Why Is Tap Water Conditioner Important?

Most municipal tap water contains disinfectants such as chlorine or chloramine to keep drinking water safe. Unfortunately, these chemicals can irritate or damage fish gills and may also harm the beneficial bacteria responsible for biological filtration.

API Tap Water Conditioner works immediately to neutralise these chemicals, helping make replacement water safe before it enters your aquarium.

Its concentrated formula makes it a practical choice for fishkeepers who want reliable dechlorination without using large amounts of conditioner at every water change.

How to Use API Tap Water Conditioner

Use API Tap Water Conditioner when setting up a new aquarium or whenever adding fresh tap water.

• For chlorine and heavy metals: Add 1mL per 38 litres of tap water.
• For chloramines: Add 5mL per 114 litres of tap water.
• New aquariums: Treat the full volume of tap water before introducing fish.
• Water changes: Measure the amount of replacement tap water and dose accordingly.
• Application: Measure the conditioner accurately and mix thoroughly with replacement water before adding it to the aquarium.

30mL bottle coverage:

• Approximately 1,140 litres when treating chlorine and heavy metals.
• Approximately 684 litres when treating chloramines.

Important: The correct dosage depends on whether your water supply uses chlorine or chloramine. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and do not assume the lower chlorine dosage is sufficient for chloramine-treated water.

API Tap Water Conditioner vs API Stress Coat

Both API Tap Water Conditioner and API Stress Coat make tap water safer for aquarium fish, but they offer different benefits.

API Tap Water Conditioner is a highly concentrated treatment focused on removing chlorine, neutralising chloramines and detoxifying heavy metals. It is an economical option for routine water changes.

API Stress Coat also conditions tap water but contains aloe vera to help support the fish's protective slime coat, making it useful when additional slime coat support is desired after handling or transport.

Product Specifications

• Brand: API
• Product: Tap Water Conditioner
• Size: 30mL
• Manufacturer code: 52E
• Product type: Aquarium water conditioner and dechlorinator
• Suitable for: Freshwater and saltwater aquariums
• Chlorine dosage: 1mL per 38 litres
• Chloramine dosage: 5mL per 114 litres
• Chlorine treatment coverage: Approximately 1,140 litres
• Chloramine treatment coverage: Approximately 684 litres
• Primary function: Removes chlorine, neutralises chloramines and detoxifies heavy metals

Frequently Asked Questions

What does API Tap Water Conditioner do?

API Tap Water Conditioner instantly removes chlorine, neutralises chloramines and detoxifies heavy metals in tap water. It helps make replacement water safe for freshwater and saltwater aquarium fish.

How much water does API Tap Water Conditioner 30mL treat?

One 30mL bottle treats approximately 1,140 litres of tap water for chlorine and heavy metals, or approximately 684 litres when treating chloramines, using API's recommended dosages.

Can I use API Tap Water Conditioner during every water change?

Yes. API Tap Water Conditioner is designed for routine use whenever adding fresh tap water to an aquarium. Measure the amount of replacement water and use the appropriate dosage.

Is API Tap Water Conditioner safe for tropical fish and goldfish?

Yes. When used according to the manufacturer's directions, API Tap Water Conditioner is suitable for freshwater aquariums containing tropical fish, goldfish, cichlids and other common aquarium fish.

Does API Tap Water Conditioner remove chloramine?

Yes. API Tap Water Conditioner neutralises chloramine in tap water. The manufacturer recommends 5mL per 114 litres when treating chloramine.

What is the difference between API Tap Water Conditioner and Stress Coat?

API Tap Water Conditioner is a concentrated dechlorinator designed for routine water preparation. API Stress Coat also treats tap water but includes aloe vera to support the natural protective slime coat of fish.

Does API Tap Water Conditioner remove ammonia?

API Tap Water Conditioner is primarily designed to remove chlorine, neutralise chloramines and detoxify heavy metals. It should not be relied upon as an ammonia-removal treatment. Ammonia problems require appropriate water testing, biological filtration and corrective maintenance.