API Stress Coat Water Conditioner - Petdirect
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API Stress Coat Water Conditioner

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Description:

API® STRESS COAT water conditioner makes tap water safe for fish by removing chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals from tap water, and contains the healing power of Aloe Vera to reduce fish stress by up to 40% and to heal damaged tissue and wounds. 

API STRESS COAT water conditioner also reduces electrolyte loss in your fish, and should be used when: 

  • Handling, netting, or adding fish to a bag for the trip home from the store
  • Starting an aquarium
  • Performing monthly water changes
  • When adding new fish to your aquarium

Our unique formula is scientifically proven to reduce fish stress and heal damaged tissue by forming a synthetic slime coating on your fish. STRESS COAT water conditioner also helps reduce fish susceptibility to disease and infection.

Key Benefits:

  • Scientifically proven to reduce fish stress by 40%. 
  • Scientifically proven to heal wounds and promote regeneration of damaged fish tissue. 
  • Works instantly to removes chlorine, chloramines, heavy metals and detoxifies ammonia from tap water. 
  • Reduces electrolyte loss. 
  • Safe for all fish, invertebrates, and aquarium plants, API STRESS COAT will not affect the biological filter (natural aquarium cycle) or the water’s pH levels.
  • Recommended by professional fish handlers to add to fish bags for protection on the trip home. 
  • Helps reduce susceptibility to disease and infection. 
  • Suitable for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums*
  • Safe to use alongside all API aquarium products.

30ml treats up to 227L, 118ml up to 893L, 237ml up to 1,794L.

Directions:

Shake bottle before use.

*if dosing in saltwater aquariums, it is not recommended for use with a protein skimmer

Dosage:  

To remove chlorine, chloramine and detoxify ammonia during regular maintenance activities (water changes, filter maintenance, etc.):
5 mL per 38 L of new tap water added

To protect scales, replace slime coat or repair damaged skin & fins: 
10 mL per 38 L of the total volume of water being treated.

Store in it's closed container in a dry and cool area. Always follow the instructions on the product label for safe and effective use.

All orders are dispatched from Petdirect’s Auckland and Christchurch warehouses, offering fast, reliable delivery throughout New Zealand.

Standard Shipping
  • Next working day delivery for most main centres
  • 2 business days to regional areas
  • 3 business days to rural addresses

Free shipping on orders $79.00 and over
Flat $5.90 delivery for smaller orders

Evening Express

This is ideal for urgent pet supply needs within the Auckland and Christchurch regions.

Available in eligible Auckland and Christchurch suburbs only.

  • Same-day delivery if you order before 2pm Monday–Friday.
  • Cost is $15.95 per order.
  • Orders placed after 2pm or during weekends/public holidays will be delivered the next business evening.
  • Eligible addresses can select evening express shipping at checkout.

See our shipping & delivery page for more information

You have 30 days to return products in original condition if you change your mind. Courier costs apply for change-of-mind returns.

If we made a mistake or your order is faulty or damaged, we’ll make it right — and cover the return shipping.

In-person returns are welcome at our Auckland store or Christchurch warehouse (by appointment).

See our full returns & refunds policy for more detail