--- product_id: 190002201 title: "African CICHILD Aragonite 10LB, Sand for Aquarium" brand: "aqua natural" price: "KD 21.00" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Aqua Natural" url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190002201-african-cichild-aragonite-10lb-sand-for-aquarium store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Unsurpassed pH buffering at 8.2 98% pure calcium carbonate Sustainably sourced renewable aragonite African CICHILD Aragonite 10LB, Sand for Aquarium **Brand:** aqua natural **Price:** KD 21.00 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Elevate your aquarium game with Bahamas’ pure, sustainable aragonite sand! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** African CICHILD Aragonite 10LB, Sand for Aquarium by aqua natural - **How much does it cost?** KD 21.00 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190002201-african-cichild-aragonite-10lb-sand-for-aquarium) ## Best For - aqua natural enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted aqua natural brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Fish-Approved Comfort:** Ideal grain size for African Cichlids and reef dwellers to dig, build, and thrive naturally. - β€’ **Crystal-Clear Stability:** Maintains a natural pH of 8.2 effortlessly, eliminating constant chemical tweaks. - β€’ **Eco-Chic Sustainability:** Harvested responsibly from the pristine Bahamas, aligning your tank with green values. - β€’ **Micro-Textured Perfection:** Fine oolitic grains create over 1 million sq. cm surface area for beneficial bacteria colonization. - β€’ **Low-Maintenance Brilliance:** Quick water clarity post-rinse means less waiting, more admiring your vibrant aquatic ecosystem. ## Overview African Cichlid Aragonite 10LB is a premium, 98% pure calcium carbonate sand sourced sustainably from the Bahamas. Its fine, oolitic grains provide exceptional buffering to maintain a stable pH of 8.2, fostering a healthy environment for marine, reef, and African Cichlid tanks. With a massive surface area for beneficial bacteria and quick water clarity, it’s the go-to substrate for professional aquarists seeking both performance and eco-consciousness. ## Description Bahamas sand is raw, naturally renewable politic aragonite sand that is up to 98% pure calcium carbonate. The grains are OOLITIC (egg-shaped) and smooth. It is tasteless, odorless and sustainable. Combined with its near chemical purity, size consistency, and small grain structure, Bahamas aragonite possesses numerous advantages making it a superior source of calcium carbonate. Bahamian Aragonite Aquarium Sand is the ideal substrate for marine, reef or African Cichlid aquariums. It is a pure Marine Aragonite sand collected from the crystal clear oceans of The Bahamas, with no harmful tar, organics or impurities. This aquarium sand has unsurpassed buffering capability and helps maintain a natural pH balance of 8. 2 without the constant addition of chemicals. One kg of Marine Aragonite Aquarium Sand offers over 1 million sq. cm of surface area providing a huge space for housing ammonia, nitrate and nitrite reducing bacteria. Marine Aragonite Sand is the ideal grain size for reef tanks, fish tanks, plenum systems and refugees. Review: Did not cloud up my water for a long time fish love it - Excellent sand for my Cichlid tank gave a nice variety of texture when it went along with my crushed coral the fish definitely like moving it around. I did a light rinse on it and it really cleared up in the water rather quickly unlike some other stands I’ve used in the past that have taken more than a day to clear the cloud up. This was pretty quick very satisfied with this particular brand of sand. Review: Great for Shelldwellers & Raises Hardness - I purchased this this sand for my new shelldweller (Neolamprologus Multifasciatus) tank that I'm transferring my colony to. They absolute love this stuff, it is a nice small grain for them to dig in, move around, and build piles with. The hardness has also noticeably increased. I have only tested with a TDS meter but over a 2 week period the TDS in the water rose from 170 out of the tap to 210 with the sand, which is higher than any of my other tanks and a clear increase in hardness. I expect it will continue to increase as the tank matures and forms its buffer. The sand itself is a very fine grain, white/off white sand. It is much smaller than other African Cichlid substrates I have seen which is a plus for these Multies. It is too fine of a grain to shove a gravel vac in, as all of the sand will also be vacuumed out, so keep that in mind with how that would fit in your cleaning preferences. So far I have easily been able to vacuum debris right off the top by just skimming the gravel vacuum slightly above the sand. I would recommend giving this a good clean as the aquarium took several days to clear up, even after several rinses. All in all, a high quality cichlid sand ## Features - Unsurpassed buffering capability - will keep your pH at 8.2 - 98% pure calcium carbonate - Naturally renewable oolitic aragonite - Sustainably sourced - Phosphate free ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07ZB2Q897 | | ASIN | B07ZB2Q897 | | Allergen Information | Wheat Free | | Best Sellers Rank | #28,912 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #22 in Aquarium Sand | | Brand Name | Aqua Natural | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (601) | | Date First Available | October 18, 2019 | | Included Components | AFRICAN CICHILD ARAGONITE 10LB | | Item Form | Granules | | Item Type Name | Aragonite Sand | | Item Weight | 4.5 Kilograms | | Item model number | ARAGAF010 | | Liquid Volume | 10 Liters | | Manufacturer | Pisces USA | | Manufacturer | Pisces USA | | Manufacturer Part Number | ARAGAF010 | | Model Number | ARAGAF010 | | Product Dimensions | 13.39 x 2.36 x 8.66 inches; 9.92 Pounds | | Target Species | Fish | | Unit Count | 160 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Aqua Natural - **Item Form:** Granules - **Item Weight:** 4.5 Kilograms - **Liquid Volume:** 10 Liters - **Manufacturer:** Pisces USA ## Images ![African CICHILD Aragonite 10LB, Sand for Aquarium - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HRT1O+ANL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Did not cloud up my water for a long time fish love it *by S***Y on February 17, 2026* Excellent sand for my Cichlid tank gave a nice variety of texture when it went along with my crushed coral the fish definitely like moving it around. I did a light rinse on it and it really cleared up in the water rather quickly unlike some other stands I’ve used in the past that have taken more than a day to clear the cloud up. This was pretty quick very satisfied with this particular brand of sand. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for Shelldwellers & Raises Hardness *by B***M on March 2, 2021* I purchased this this sand for my new shelldweller (Neolamprologus Multifasciatus) tank that I'm transferring my colony to. They absolute love this stuff, it is a nice small grain for them to dig in, move around, and build piles with. The hardness has also noticeably increased. I have only tested with a TDS meter but over a 2 week period the TDS in the water rose from 170 out of the tap to 210 with the sand, which is higher than any of my other tanks and a clear increase in hardness. I expect it will continue to increase as the tank matures and forms its buffer. The sand itself is a very fine grain, white/off white sand. It is much smaller than other African Cichlid substrates I have seen which is a plus for these Multies. It is too fine of a grain to shove a gravel vac in, as all of the sand will also be vacuumed out, so keep that in mind with how that would fit in your cleaning preferences. So far I have easily been able to vacuum debris right off the top by just skimming the gravel vacuum slightly above the sand. I would recommend giving this a good clean as the aquarium took several days to clear up, even after several rinses. All in all, a high quality cichlid sand ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice white sand to make tank stand out *by L***S on May 29, 2025* I'm pretty pleased with how much sand you get for the price it's great. Covered a lot of the tank bottom with lots left over. And the white is bright and stands out on tank. ## Frequently Bought Together - African CICHILD Aragonite 10LB Sand for Aquarium - Seachem Prime 100 Ml, Tap Water Conditioner For Fresh & Salt Aquarium - boxtech Fish Tank Water Changer Vacuum Siphon Kit, 3 in 1 Aquarium Siphon Gravel Cleaner Pump Sand Cleaner Kit for Drain and Replace Water --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190002201-african-cichild-aragonite-10lb-sand-for-aquarium](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/190002201-african-cichild-aragonite-10lb-sand-for-aquarium) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-19*