{"product_id":"seachem-prime-1l-fresh-saltwater-conditioner-chemical-remover-detoxifier","title":"Seachem Prime 1L Fresh \u0026 Saltwater Conditioner — Chemical Remover \u0026 Detoxifier","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSafe, ready-to-use water for your aquarium\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSeachem Prime is a complete conditioner designed for both freshwater and saltwater tanks. It works quickly to remove chlorine and chloramine from tap water, helping your bio filter begin its work with cleaner input right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Prime does for your tank\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful treatment: removes chlorine and chloramine, reducing irritants in new water and enabling smoother transitions for fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetoxifier: ammonia, nitrite, and heavy metals are temporarily detoxified for 48 hours, helping fish feel comfortable during changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrime also actively detoxifies heavy metals found in normal tap water, which can be a common concern when setting up a new tank or refreshing water during changes. This combination can help you maintain a safer environment for species such as bettas or tetras while your biological filtration catches up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to use Prime\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor new or replacement water, add 5 mL (one capful) for each 200 L (50 US gallons). It is recommended to add Prime to the new water first. If tap water has exceptionally high chloramine levels, a double dose may be used safely. For smaller volumes, use 2 drops per gallon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSafety and versatility\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency dosing: in case of a sudden ammonia or nitrite spike, a 5x dose can be considered as a safeguard (follow label guidance).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature guidance: if water is very warm (over 30 C \/ 86 F) and chlorine or ammonia levels are low, use a half dose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReal-world benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are setting up a new tank or performing regular water changes, Prime helps minimize the irritants carried by tap water and supports your biofilter’s ongoing work. The product is designed to be added to the water before introducing fish, aiming to make the transition feel less stressful for aquatic inhabitants and easier for you to manage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I dose Seachem Prime for a water change?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Add 5 mL per 200 L (50 gallons) of new water; for small volumes, 2 drops per gallon; double dose for very high chloramine if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can Prime detoxify metals and ammonia in tap water?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: It detoxifies heavy metals in tap water and ammonia\/nitrite for about 48 hours to protect fish during changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551138242889,"sku":"B01MRSR0K1","price":61.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/1781\/9465\/files\/seachem-prime-bottle-pour_e8602d5e-9a1d-4f96-8dcf-7421828038a0.jpg?v=1766241692","url":"https:\/\/petvita.co.uk\/products\/seachem-prime-1l-fresh-saltwater-conditioner-chemical-remover-detoxifier","provider":"Petvita","version":"1.0","type":"link"}