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product_id: 15723474
title: "API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 1-Ounce Bottle, Blues & Purples"
brand: "api"
price: "KD 2.21"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
category: "Api"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/15723474-api-quick-start-freshwater-and-saltwater-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-1
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
---

# Instant aquarium cycling Works in fresh & saltwater Patented nitrifying bacteria API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 1-Ounce Bottle, Blues & Purples

**Brand:** api
**Price:** KD 2.21
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Dive in now—skip the wait, save your fish, and own the aquarium game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 1-Ounce Bottle, Blues & Purples by api
- **How much does it cost?** KD 2.21 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Instant Fish Addition:** Start your aquarium with fish immediately—no waiting, no stress.
- • **Dual Environment Power:** Effective in both freshwater and saltwater tanks for versatile use.
- • **Ammonia & Nitrite Control:** Rapidly neutralizes harmful compounds to protect your aquatic life.
- • **Routine Water Health Booster:** Use regularly to maintain a thriving, balanced aquarium ecosystem.
- • **Trusted Science-Backed Formula:** Backed by 50+ years of API innovation for reliable fish care.

## Overview

API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria is a scientifically proven, patented live bacteria formula that instantly cycles new aquariums and reduces toxic ammonia and nitrite levels. Suitable for both freshwater and saltwater tanks, it enables immediate fish addition and supports ongoing water quality maintenance, helping prevent fish loss and promoting a healthy aquatic environment.

## Description

In a new aquarium, harmful ammonia and nitrite build up from fish waste, often resulting in fish loss or “new tank syndrome”. The unique, patented nitrifying bacteria in API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria are scientifically proven to quickly consume ammonia and nitrite to help prevent fish loss. API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria allows immediate addition of fish to a new freshwater or saltwater aquarium as it immediately starts the aquarium cycle. This treatment also helps to maintain an active biological filter in an established aquarium for healthy water conditions. API QUICK START contains live, nitrifying bacteria. With API Aquarium products, it’s easy to keep a beautiful saltwater, freshwater or reef aquarium. For over 50 years, API has been creating innovative, research-driven solutions that make it easier to care for your fish and aquarium. API Aquarium Treatment Supplies are designed to work in conjunction with each other to provide best results to control algae, promote healthy bacterial growth and help control and cure fish diseases and conditions such as ich and fin rot. They work to provide a safe, hospitable environment for fish such as tropical community fish, cichlids, goldfish and more. With API, you can spend more time admiring your fish, and less time scrubbing your tank. Make sure to use all products as directed in order to ensure the best results.

## Features

- Contains one (1) API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 1-Ounce 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 | B00DDYZQY0 |
| ASIN  | B00DDYZQY0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,095 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #123 in Aquarium Water Treatments |
| Brand Name | API |
| Color | Multi-colored |
| Date First Available | April 9, 2013 |
| Date First Available  | April 9, 2013 |
| Department | Unisex-Adult |
| Department  | Unisex-Adult |
| Directions | Use when starting a new aquarium, when adding new fish, changing water, changing filter media, after medicating, or whenever ammonia or nitrite are detected. Shake well before use. Add 10 ml per 10 gal of aquarium water, and double dose in saltwater aquariums. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 3.03 x 1.14 x 1.06 inches |
| Item Weight | 41.13 Grams |
| Item model number | 89A |
| Item model number  | 89A |
| Manufacturer | TopDawg Pet Supply |
| Manufacturer  | TopDawg Pet Supply |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | QUICK START 1 OZ |
| Number of Items | 144 |
| Product Dimensions  | 1 x 1 x 1 inches; 1.45 ounces |
| Size | 3.5 Ounce (Pack of 1) |
| Target Audience Keyword | Fish |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** API
- **Item Form:** Liquid
- **Item Weight:** 41.13 Grams
- **Liquid Volume:** 1 Fluid Ounces
- **Manufacturer:** TopDawg Pet Supply

## Images

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*Last updated: 2026-02-25*