API Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner
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Give your fish long-lasting relief from stress and harmful chemicals with API Stress Coat Aquarium Water Conditioner. This fast-acting formula conditions tap water for use in freshwater aquariums. Stress Coat helps reduce the chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals in tap water that can harm your finned friend. Use when starting an aquarium, adding a new fish, or during routine water changes—the soothing aloe vera helps replace and protect your fish’s slime coat for added safety. Plus, each five gallon container treats over 7,600 gallons of water for long-lasting protection!
Key Benefits- Fast-acting formula conditions tap water for use in freshwater aquariums.
- Helps reduce chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals that can harm your finned friend.
- Aloe vera extract helps repair and protect your fish’s slime coat from damage caused by fighting, handling or shipping.
- Use when adding or changing water, adding a new fish, or when your fish is sick or injured.
- Each 5-gallon container treats over 7,600 gallons of aquarium water.
Special Note
- 1-oz bottle treats up to 60 gallons.
- 8-oz bottle treats up to 470 gallons.
- 16-oz bottle treats up to 940 gallons.
- 64-oz bottle treats up to 3786 gallons.
- 1-gal treats up to 7600 gallons.
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Item Number94491
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Aquarium TypeFreshwater, Saltwater
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Fish TypeTropical Freshwater, Betta, Cichlid, Goldfish, Marine Fish, Marine Invertebrate, Bottom Feeder
Use the API Dosing Cap on the bottle. Add 5ml per 10 U.S. gallons of aquarium water. Double the dose to replace slime coat and to repair damaged skin and fins.
What is API STRESS COAT?
API STRESS COAT is a tap water conditioner that eliminates harmful chemicals, and uses the added benefit of soothing Aloe Vera to reduce fish stress and promote healing of wounds and damaged tissue.
Is API STRESS COAT a dechlorinator?
Yes, API STRESS COAT removes chlorine and neutralizes chloramines and heavy metals found in tap water.
Is API STRESS COAT suitable for both freshwater and marine (saltwater) aquariums?
Yes, API STRESS COAT is safe for saltwater aquariums, but is not recommended for use if you have a protein skimmer.
Is API STRESS COAT safe for all fish, invertebrates, and aquarium plants?
Yes, API STRESS COAT is safe for all fish, invertebrates, and aquarium plants.
Does API STRESS COAT affect the biological filter or the pH of aquarium water?
No, API STRESS COAT does not affect the biological filter (natural aquarium cycle) or your water’s pH levels.
Can I use API STRESS COAT with other API products?
Yes, you can use API STRESS COAT with all other API products.
I accidentally overdosed my fish with API STRESS COAT. Should I worry?
No, API STRESS COAT will not harm your fish or plants.
How much API STRESS COAT should I use?
If you are using API STRESS COAT as a dechlorinator to make tap water safe, you should dose enough for the amount of new water you are adding to the aquarium. If you are using API STRESS COAT to help your fish recover from injury or a disease, dose enough for the amount of water in the whole aquarium.
Is API MARINE STRESS COAT for use in marine aquariums only?
Yes, API MARINE STRESS COAT is solely for use in marine (saltwater) aquariums. Use API STRESS COAT for regular freshwater tanks.
How often can I dose my tank with API MARINE STRESS COAT?
Use API MARINE STRESS COAT when your fish seem stressed, or after you’ve performed a 25% water change to dechlorinate water and soothe your fish. You can use more frequently if you wish.
Customer Reviews
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Does the job!
By Midgie on Oct 6, 2020
I do regular water changes and use tap. This is a must have for me and I've been using it forever. It's a tried and true product! I don't have to do HUGE water changes so I never have to use a bunch. Last forever... I take care of my tank. Plant safe too
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Helps fish feel better after tank cleaning
By Liz2981 on Oct 19, 2020
This stuff works wonders on my fish after I finish cleaning their tanks. It reduces stress and helps them get back to normal very quickly.
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Works well
By nickname1 on Oct 10, 2020
This works rather well for treating water! I like to keep a couple gallons of water aside already treated for when tanks need partial cleanings or such
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Works Well
By Serena on Oct 10, 2020
Helps to balance out my hard city water really well. Keeps my fish safe and healthy.
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helper dog
By Bella on Oct 17, 2020
Great never have to get my owner to leave the house to get me a treat
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It does its job
By Scardy on May 29, 2020
This is all we have ever used in all of our tanks. We have 3 large tanks and very large fish that started as itty bitty things and this always works for water safety and stress. Plus the price is so much better than the other brands
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Everyone Died
By dobermans on Jun 3, 2020
Normally I am a huge fan of Stress Coat and API products, but after opening a new bottle purchased from Chewy and using it during routine water changes, all of the fish in our 30 gallon and half in the 60 gallon died. After another routine water change this week, using the same bottle, the remaining 60 gallon fish died within an hour. I don't know if it was a bad batch, but it's pretty devastating to lose your entire stock. I won't by buying this product again.
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Great product to keep on hand
By Carole on Jul 22, 2020
Great to use when adding new fish or topping off your tank with new water. I use this every time I add new water.
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PERFECT! MAKES THE TANK SAFE AGAIN!
By Ashton on May 29, 2020
This works awesome! Totally clears out any bad stuff in the tank and help keep it clean! I did some before and after tests and it really does make a big difference! Very happy with chewy!
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Good water treatment
By Rickg on May 17, 2020
We use alot of this stuff doing water changes and quarantining new fish for our aquarium. Chewy has good prices and quick delivery.
