Aqua-pics Bacta-boost D 25g

Description

Aqua-Pics Bacta-Boost D 25g — Dry starter bacteria for a single new aquarium

Not every aquarist wants a bottle of liquid taking up fridge or cupboard space for a bacteria supplement used a handful of times. Aqua-Pics Bacta-Boost D 25g (SKU: 724822) is Aqua-Pics’ dry, super-concentrated bio-starter, described by the maker as a 100% natural ammonia and nitrite reducer that supplies the beneficial microbes and enzymes needed to break down fish waste and convert toxic ammonia and nitrite into nitrate. It works in both fresh and salt water, and the 25 g pack is sized to run one new aquarium through a full starter course rather than stocking a fish room.

Aqua-Pics directs a first dose of one level teaspoon, about 3 g, per 100 to 300 L of water, then twice weekly for 4 to 8 weeks a half teaspoon, about 1.5 g, per 100 to 300 L, repeating the maintenance dose with each water change afterwards. Aquarium plants and regular water changes are left to manage the nitrate produced once ammonia and nitrite are processed, the normal arrangement for a biological starter rather than a complete water conditioner. A full course for one tank, the initial 3 g dose plus roughly eight to sixteen twice-weekly 1.5 g doses over 4 to 8 weeks, uses somewhere around 15 to 27 g, so the 25 g pack covers one tank’s complete starter course with little left over.

Usage & Application

When to Use

• New aquarium set-ups: The first dose seeds the biofilter before or as fish are added.
• Single-tank use: The 25 g pack is sized for one complete starter course.
• With water changes: Repeat the maintenance dose each time water is changed.
• Fresh or marine tanks: One dry formula suits either water type.

Dosing & Administration Guide

• First dose: 1 level teaspoon (about 3 g) per 100 to 300 L of water.
• Twice-weekly maintenance: 1/2 teaspoon (about 1.5 g) per 100 to 300 L, for 4 to 8 weeks.
• Repeat with changes: Continue the maintenance dose at each water change after the course.
• Measure dry: Add the powder directly to the tank rather than pre-mixing in water.

Product Specifications & Highlights

Key Features

• Dry, concentrated formula: No refrigeration or liquid storage needed.
• 100% natural bio-starter: Described by Aqua-Pics as a natural ammonia and nitrite reducer.
• Converts ammonia and nitrite: Processes both through to nitrate.
• Single-tank course size: 25 g matched to one aquarium’s full dosing schedule.
• Fresh and marine use: Works across either water type without reformulation.

Product Details

• Brand: Aqua-Pics (Australia)
• SKU: 724822
• Barcode (GTIN/EAN): 9336264002131
• Product Type: Additives & Supplements > Dry Biological Filter Starter
• Net Weight: 25 g
• Dose Rate: First dose 3 g per 100–300 L; then 1.5 g per 100–300 L twice weekly for 4–8 weeks
• Course Coverage: About one full starter course per tank, calculated from the dose schedule
• Form: Dry powder
• Other Sizes: 50 g (SKU 724823) and 100 g (SKU 724824)
• Target Environment: Freshwater and marine aquariums