Seachem Prime 250ml +30%

• Complete conditioner for marine and freshwater aquariums
• Removes chlorine and chloramines
• Detoxifies ammonia, nitrites and nitrates
• 5x more concentrated than competitive products

Prime is a concentrated agent used to condition water intended for both freshwater and marine aquariums. It neutralizes chlorine, chloramine and ammonia, transforming it into a non-toxic form that is quickly removed by the biological filter. It can be used during the maturation process of the tank to reduce the level of ammonia and nitrites. By binding nitrates and nitrites, it facilitates their removal by biological filters. It also neutralizes heavy metals present in tap water. It accelerates the production and regeneration of the protective mucus layer on the body of fish. It is not acidic and does not affect the pH of the water. It does not overload the skimmer. It is recommended to add it when setting up a new aquarium and each time the water is changed. Many companies produce preparations that neutralize chlorine in water, but none of them is as effective as Prime produced by Seachem. This is the second water conditioner in terms of the concentration of active substances after the Alpha preparation from the AquaVitro line by the same manufacturer. A 100 ml package is enough to purify almost 4,000 liters of water. PRIME contains a compound that converts ammonia, nitrites and nitrates into a non-toxic form. The action of all conditioners is based on chemical processes called reduction reactions. Toxic chlorine (Cl2) dissolved in water is converted into safe chlorine ions (Cl-). The reduction reaction also breaks the bonds between chlorine and nitrogen atoms in the chloramine (NH2Cl) molecule, which causes the release of chlorine atoms and their replacement by hydrogen, resulting in the formation of an ammonia (NH3) molecule. At this stage, most ordinary conditioners stop working, leaving a large amount of dangerous ammonia in the water. Seachem has gone a step further by adding an ammonia-binding compound to Prime. Buying the right type of conditioner should be carefully considered. If tap water contains chloramine, classic preparations based on sodium thiosulfate may not be enough. Prime stimulates the production and regeneration of the protective layer of mucus on the body of fish, and also has the advantage (especially important for marine aquarists) that it does not burden the protein skimmer.

Directions for use: Use 1 cap (5 ml) for every 200 liters of water being prepared. This dose allows for the removal of 1 mg/l of ammonia, 4 mg/l of chloramine or 5 mg/l of chlorine. Smaller doses: each thread cut inside the cap corresponds to 1 ml. The preparation can be poured directly into the aquarium (adjusting the amount to its volume), but it is better to add it to the tank in which the water for the change is being prepared. The smell of sulfur is normal. When the concentration of chloramine is particularly high, a double dose can be used. In the event of a sudden increase in the level of nitrites in the aquarium, it is considered safe to use even a five-fold higher dose. When the water temperature is higher than 30 degrees and the level of chlorine or ammonia is low, you can add half of the recommended amount of the preparation.