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Features & Benefits

Add your fish today!
QUICK START allows instant addition of fish
  • No waiting period between start up and addition of fish
  • After all necessary conditions are met*, fish can be safely added
Contains live, nitrifying bacteria
  • Starts the natural aquarium cycle
  • All natural
  • No refrigeration required
*Appropriate water temperature and pH, proper functioning of equipment and the addition of a water conditioner to remove chlorine or chloramines.

Proven Efficacy

Low levels of ammonia and nitrite will harm fish; high levels will kill fish. QUICK START is proven to reduce exposure of fish to ammonia and nitrite. QUICK START helps prevent fish loss by avoiding dangerous spikes of ammonia when starting your aquarium. The live, nitrifying bacteria in QUICK START speed the development of the biological filter to keep fish safe.

API Makes It Simpler

Follow the API EASY CARE GUIDE steps to simplify aquarium care.

QUICK START is for use in both new and established aquariums and fresh or saltwater.

Use QUICK START when adding fish to a new or existing aquarium, after a water change, after a filter media change, after medicating or whenever ammonia or nitrite are detected.

When adding QUICK START after a water change, add STRESS COAT to remove the chemicals in tap water that can harm fish.

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QUICK START Sizes

1 oz (30 ml) treats up to 30 U.S. gallons (113 L)
4 oz (118 ml) treats up to 110 U.S. gallons (476 L)
8 oz (237 ml) treats up to 230 U.S. gallons (870 L)
16 oz (473 ml) treats up to 470 U.S. gallons (1779 L)

Other Items To Consider

STRESS COAT
  • Makes tap water safe by removing chlorines & chloramines
  • Detoxifies heavy metals
  • Contains the healing power of Aloe Vera
  • Proven to reduce fish stress
  • Replaces slime coat
STRESS ZYME
  • Keeps aquarium clean
  • Contains live bacteria to consume sludge
  • Reduces aquarium maintenance
  • All natural
  • Adds beneficial bacteria for a healthy aquarium
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API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 16-Ounce Bottle

  • Brand: Aquarium Pharmaceuticals
  • Product Code: 89E
  • Note: Aquatica Plus is an Amazon Affiliate and may receive payment for items purchased on Amazon.

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