{"product_id":"aquaforest-hybrid-pro-salt-5-22-kg","title":"AquaForest Hybrid Pro Salt 5–22 kg","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAquaForest Hybrid Pro Salt 5–22 kg\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Most Advanced Reef Salt for Demanding Marine Aquariums\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquaForest Hybrid Pro Salt is an advanced sea salt formula developed for demanding reef aquariums, including systems housing sensitive SPS corals. Its unique hybrid formulation combines the stability and predictability of chemically pure laboratory salt with the natural richness of sea salt flakes sourced from the clean waters of the North Atlantic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnriched with probiotic bacteria, essential micro- and macro-elements, amino acids, and vitamin C, Hybrid Pro Salt is designed to support water quality, coral growth, coloration, immunity, and the overall condition of marine aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced hybrid formula\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecombining chemically pure laboratory salt with natural North Atlantic sea salt flakes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProbiotic bacteria\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehelp support water purity and assist in controlling nitrate and phosphate levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich in micro- and macro-elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto support the daily requirements of fish and corals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced with strontium and iodine\u003c\/strong\u003e, two elements that are readily consumed in reef aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains high-quality amino acids and vitamin C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto support natural metabolic functions and the health and condition of aquarium inhabitants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for demanding SPS corals\u003c\/strong\u003e, where stable parameters and controlled nutrient levels are especially important.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaboratory tested\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eusing ICP-OES analysis to verify composition and help ensure consistency between batches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigned from extensive reef research\u003c\/strong\u003e, with water samples collected from coral reefs in Egypt, Kenya, Indonesia, and Fiji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Best of Both Worlds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHybrid Pro Salt was developed after years of observing marine aquariums maintained with both natural seawater and chemically pure laboratory salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than choosing between the two approaches, AquaForest combined their advantages. Chemically pure salt provides stability and predictable parameters, while natural sea salt flakes contribute a broad range of naturally occurring micronutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula is further enhanced with probiotic bacteria, amino acids, vitamins, and carefully selected elements to create a comprehensive salt mix for modern reef aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupports Coral Growth \u0026amp; Colouration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carefully balanced formula provides essential elements and nutrients needed for healthy coral development and vibrant coloration. Controlled nitrate and phosphate levels can be particularly beneficial for demanding SPS corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelps Maintain Water Quality\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proprietary probiotic bacterial blend helps support water purity and assists in controlling nitrate and phosphate levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupports Aquarium Stability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of highly purified laboratory salt helps provide stable and predictable water parameters, making Hybrid Pro Salt suitable for carefully managed reef systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSupports Marine Life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA combination of trace elements, amino acids, and vitamin C helps support the health, immunity, and natural metabolic functions of fish and corals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRODI water\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eat approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e24°C \/ 75°F\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a target salinity of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e33 ppt (1.025 S.G.)\u003c\/strong\u003e, add approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e390 g (13.75 oz.) of Hybrid Pro Salt to 10 L (2.7 US gal) of water\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir vigorously for approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e, or until the salt has completely dissolved and the water becomes clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck the resulting salinity with a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erefractometer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebefore adding the water to your aquarium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the salinity has been confirmed, the saltwater is ready for use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edKH between 7.5–8.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto support probiotic bacterial activity. Higher or lower levels may reduce bacterial activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen setting up a new aquarium, AquaForest recommends introducing the first fish or corals\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eno earlier than 10–14 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eafter the aquarium has been established and water parameters have stabilised.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter dissolving, freshly prepared saltwater should be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eused within 3 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaporation can alter water parameters. 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