---
product_id: 15723474
title: "API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 1-Ounce Bottle, Blues & Purples"
brand: "api"
price: "VT2195"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Api"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/15723474-api-quick-start-freshwater-and-saltwater-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-1
store_origin: VU
region: Vanuatu
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# Instant aquarium cycling Supports freshwater & saltwater Live nitrifying bacteria API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria 1-Ounce Bottle, Blues & Purples

**Brand:** api
**Price:** VT2195
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Jumpstart your aquarium’s ecosystem—because your fish deserve the best!

## 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?** VT2195 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/15723474-api-quick-start-freshwater-and-saltwater-aquarium-nitrifying-bacteria-1)

## 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

- • **Cycle Your Tank in a Flash:** Add fish immediately with patented bacteria that jumpstarts your aquarium’s nitrogen cycle.
- • **Versatile for All Aquariums:** Perfect for freshwater, saltwater, and reef tanks—one solution for every aquatic environment.
- • **Maintain Crystal Clear Water:** Keeps biological filters active for consistently healthy, vibrant aquatic life.
- • **Scientifically Proven Protection:** Rapidly reduces toxic ammonia and nitrite to prevent fish loss and new tank syndrome.
- • **Trusted by Over 1,000 Enthusiasts:** 4.5-star rated with rave reviews praising fast results and affordability.

## Overview

API QUICK START Freshwater and Saltwater Aquarium Nitrifying Bacteria is a 1-ounce liquid treatment containing live, patented bacteria that instantly initiates the nitrogen cycle in new or established aquariums. It rapidly reduces harmful ammonia and nitrite levels, enabling immediate fish addition and preventing new tank syndrome. Suitable for freshwater, saltwater, and reef tanks, this scientifically proven formula supports healthy biological filtration and is highly rated by aquarium enthusiasts for its effectiveness and affordability.

## 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.

Review: Came quick - Speedy shipping I added it to my tank and all my fish are fine
Review: Happy fish, happy me - Some people say this doesn't work but my tank seems to be cycled (hurrah!) Just checked today and nitrites were 0 and nitrates were 5, which is great news because this stuff is so much more affordable than the Fritz Turbo Start 700 I would've tried instead if this didn't do the job

## 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 |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | API |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 1,058 Reviews |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Weight | 41.13 Grams |
| Liquid Volume | 1 Fluid Ounces |
| Manufacturer | TopDawg Pet Supply |
| UPC | 317163010891 |

## Product Details

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

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Came quick
*by B***R on February 1, 2026*

Speedy shipping I added it to my tank and all my fish are fine

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Happy fish, happy me
*by A***R on February 27, 2026*

Some people say this doesn't work but my tank seems to be cycled (hurrah!) Just checked today and nitrites were 0 and nitrates were 5, which is great news because this stuff is so much more affordable than the Fritz Turbo Start 700 I would've tried instead if this didn't do the job

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by M***I on September 21, 2025*

Better water quality, fast result. Cheap price good size for one fish tank. Helps water clarity.safe on fish and plants.

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*Store origin: VU*
*Last updated: 2026-03-04*