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product_id: 53942122
title: "QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria Bottle,White, 473 ml"
brand: "api"
price: "₨1199"
currency: SCR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Api"
url: https://www.desertcart.sc/products/53942122-quick-start-freshwater-and-saltwater-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-bottle-white
store_origin: SC
region: Seychelles
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# instant fish addition support works in fresh & saltwater 473 ml potent bacteria solution QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria Bottle,White, 473 ml

**Brand:** api
**Price:** ₨1199
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐠 Dive in now—because your fish deserve a flawless start!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria Bottle,White, 473 ml by api
- **How much does it cost?** ₨1199 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sc](https://www.desertcart.sc/products/53942122-quick-start-freshwater-and-saltwater-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-bottle-white)

## Best For

- api enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted api brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted by Thousands:** Backed by 14,966+ reviews and a 4.6-star rating—join the thriving community of savvy aquarists.
- • **Dual Environment Power:** Formulated for both freshwater and saltwater tanks, maximizing versatility.
- • **Toxic Compound Reducer:** Continuously lowers harmful ammonia and nitrite levels to protect your aquatic life.
- • **Ecosystem Restoration Boost:** Replenishes beneficial nitrifying bacteria after water changes or filter swaps to maintain balance.
- • **Instant Aquarium Activation:** Add fish immediately with confidence—no waiting required.

## Overview

API QUICK START is a 473 ml liquid bacterial solution designed to jumpstart and maintain healthy aquarium ecosystems in both freshwater and saltwater tanks. It enables immediate fish introduction by rapidly establishing beneficial nitrifying bacteria that reduce toxic ammonia and nitrite levels, helping prevent fish loss. Ideal for new setups, water changes, and filter media swaps, this product is a must-have for proactive aquarium care, trusted by thousands of aquarists worldwide.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria Bottle,White, 473 ml at desertcart UK.

Review: Superb products. - Superb product. API is one of my resources for many of my aquarium essentials. Never had any problem with any of there items. Great value for money, with many products giving you size options for what you need. All products from medicated to water parameters and plant care. These products are made with an ease of understanding for what that purpose is and will help you on your fish keeping journey.
Review: Great product, great price - Great product and excellent customer service. My first bottle arrived empty, but the seller sorted it out straight away and sent a replacement very quickly with no hassle. Really appreciate how fast the problem was resolved. Very happy with the purchase and would definitely buy from this seller again.

## Features

- Contains one (1) API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 473 ml Bottle
- Allows instant addition of fish when starting a new aquarium
- Reduces compounds harmful to fish when used routinely
- Helps prevent fish loss in freshwater and saltwater aquariums
- Use when starting a new aquarium, when adding new fish and when changing water and filter media

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B006YG12F6 |
| Allergen Information | Apple Free |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1,365 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) 15 in Aquarium Water Treatments |
| Brand | API |
| Brand Name | API |
| Country Of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 15,011 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00317163050897 |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Type Name | Aquarium Bacteria |
| Item Weight | 454 Grams |
| Item form | Liquid |
| Item weight | 454 Grams |
| Liquid Volume | 473.6 Millilitres |
| Liquid volume | 473.6 Millilitres |
| Manufacturer | API |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 89E |
| Model Number | 89E |
| Pet Type | Fish |
| Target Species | Fish |
| UPC | 317163050897 |
| Unit Count | 473.0 millilitre |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** API
- **Item form:** Liquid
- **Item weight:** 454 Grams
- **Liquid volume:** 473.6 Millilitres
- **Manufacturer:** API

## Images

![QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria Bottle,White, 473 ml - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71mBwfVu-DL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: May I use this when cleaning an aquarium weekly instead of using stress enzyme?**
A: Yes, I use it every time I clean the aquarium.  I usually put half the required amount directly into the filter (once I've clean it) and the rest in the tank itself.  Its perfect for introducing new fish to the aquarium as well as when cleaning it out.

**Q: How much quick start should i use when doing a water change? should i use dosage vs total water in the tank (30l) or water i am changing (7.5l) thx**
A: As it's a partial water change; not servicing the filter itself; stick with the amount for the total capacity of the tank will be adequate. A little over will do no harm either, adding a little now & then will keep both the tank & filter up with its ideal bacteria levels to process the muck etc. Some with more money then sense will dump the whole bottle regardless.

**Q: Can this be used to help cycle my new tank for my axolotls?**
A: Yes

**Q: Do I need to remove the carbon whilst using Quick start.**
A: Not at all, its all part of the natural waste breakdown you're attempting to build into the filter system overall. In any-case usual charcoal media is replaced a few times before the rest of the filter needs cleaning out. The charcoal itself will be somewhere else for the good bacteria to colonise. In some cases the bacteria will help quicken the breakdown the mulm clogging up the charcoal too & may extend its use a little.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb products.
*by M***S on 23 February 2026*

Superb product. API is one of my resources for many of my aquarium essentials. Never had any problem with any of there items. Great value for money, with many products giving you size options for what you need. All products from medicated to water parameters and plant care. These products are made with an ease of understanding for what that purpose is and will help you on your fish keeping journey.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product, great price
*by T***A on 17 March 2026*

Great product and excellent customer service. My first bottle arrived empty, but the seller sorted it out straight away and sent a replacement very quickly with no hassle. Really appreciate how fast the problem was resolved. Very happy with the purchase and would definitely buy from this seller again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great
*by I***O on 14 April 2026*

Working well.

## Frequently Bought Together

- API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 16-Ounce Bottle
- API STRESS COAT Aquarium Water Conditioner 16-Ounce Bottle
- API STRESS ZYME Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Cleaning Solution 16-Ounce Bottle

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*Product available on Desertcart Seychelles*
*Store origin: SC*
*Last updated: 2026-04-23*