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API Stress Coat Plus, 1 Gallon

API Stress Coat Plus, 1 Gallon


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Description

An aquarium is like a fish's home away from home, and just like we need a little help sometimes, so do our fishy friends. That's where API Stress Coat Plus 1 Gallon comes in! This magical potion replaces the natural protective slime coating that fish need when they're feeling stressed out. Not only does it remove chlorine, but it also neutralizes chloramines and removes heavy metals.

  • - Aloe vera: Nature's liquid bandage! This ingredient helps to protect and heal your fish
  • - Synthetic slime coating: This product forms a synthetic slime coating on your fish's skin, replacing the natural secretion of slime that gets interrupted by handling, shipping, or other forms of stress
  • - Treats 7, 600 gallons: With a 128 oz. bottle, you can treat up to 7, 600 gallons of fresh or salt water
  • - Removes chlorine and chloramines: Instantly removes these harmful substances from your aquarium water
  • - Helps replace natural slime coating: Stress Coat Plus helps to replace the natural slime coating that fish need in times of stress
  • - Best-selling conditioner: This product is our best-selling aquarium water conditioner, AI and for good reason!

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU490008
Primary BrandAPI
Days to ShipUsually Leaves Warehouse in 5-7 Business Days
Personalized Item flagNo
Volume1 GAL

Treats 7,600 gallons of fresh or salt water. Directions For Use: To help repair damaged skin and fins and replace slime coating, add two teaspoons for each ten gallons of aquarium water. For larger volumes, add 1/4 cupful for each 60 gallons of aquarium water. To remove chlorine and neutralize chloramine, add one teaspoon for each ten gallons of tap water. For larger volumes, add 1/4 cup for each 120 gallons of aquarium water. Stress Coat is not a medication nor is it intended to be a substitute for any medication. For ornamental fish use only, not to be used on fish intended for human consumption. Keep out of reach of children.

Description

An aquarium is like a fish's home away from home, and just like we need a little help sometimes, so do our fishy friends. That's where API Stress Coat Plus 1 Gallon comes in! This magical potion replaces the natural protective slime coating that fish need when they're feeling stressed out. Not only does it remove chlorine, but it also neutralizes chloramines and removes heavy metals.

  • - Aloe vera: Nature's liquid bandage! This ingredient helps to protect and heal your fish
  • - Synthetic slime coating: This product forms a synthetic slime coating on your fish's skin, replacing the natural secretion of slime that gets interrupted by handling, shipping, or other forms of stress
  • - Treats 7, 600 gallons: With a 128 oz. bottle, you can treat up to 7, 600 gallons of fresh or salt water
  • - Removes chlorine and chloramines: Instantly removes these harmful substances from your aquarium water
  • - Helps replace natural slime coating: Stress Coat Plus helps to replace the natural slime coating that fish need in times of stress
  • - Best-selling conditioner: This product is our best-selling aquarium water conditioner, AI and for good reason!

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU490008
Primary BrandAPI
Days to ShipUsually Leaves Warehouse in 5-7 Business Days

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Customers unanimously praise this water conditioner as an essential aquarium staple that significantly reduces fish stress and promotes thriving health. Reviewers consistently report that fish appear calmer and more active after use, with improved healing from wounds and reduced slime coat issues. The product effectively neutralizes chlorine and detoxifies heavy metals, maintaining crystal-clear water without residue. Many highlight the aloe vera formula as key to supporting fish defenses. Customers love the convenient measuring cap, instant mixing, leak-proof bottle, and long-lasting formula. Most describe it as a must-have they've relied on for years and will never replace.

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Safe environment for my fish

MelissaF

26 days ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Helps make tap water safe for aquariums fish by removing chlorine and chloramines, it’s formula also helps protect fish by supporting their natural slime coat, it’s is a useful addition to aquarium maintenance and helps create a safer environment for freshwater fish.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Does the job

ShainaK

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I used the stress coat when doing his water change. Axolotls definitely get stressed when you are pouring water. It makes his water safe for him and calms him. It also makes sure his slime coat stays moist. I will definitely keep using it.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Works

JessicaS

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’m not able to confirm that it’s related, but 1 of my fish died after trying this product so I’m not sure that I would want to recommend it again. Overall, the product seems to work as designed..

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Destress

TylerL

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Our tank has an issue with algae due to not having snails or algae eaters. This has definitely helped alleviate that and I feel that using this product helps when introducing new fish.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Great product

ErinC

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product worked awesome in our backyard pond! Its hard with some products because they sometimes can cause harm but this one seems to be gentle.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

It's a must

SabrinaM

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Ive used this product for awhile now and it has become a staple in my fish care routine. I add some anytime I add more water into the tank or doing a water change it has definitely helped with that product in keeping my fish happy and healthy

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Great fort my goldfish and didn’t shock them!

TiaH

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This stress coat was great! My fish didn’t get shocked or die using this and it’s easy to use with simple imstructions! It has a measured cap so you put the right amount in as well! There is no odor and it is easy to mix! The consistency is than water but essy to mix! Also affordable!

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

Works great

ShatarahR

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I simply love this product and brand. I’ve used it for years and it really makes a difference in my tank. It’s really easy to use and the directions are clear. The cap doubles as a measuring cup so it’s really all in one. I use it when adding new items, cleaning the tank, adding fresh water, or adding new fish.

Originally posted on apifishcare.com

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