{"product_id":"caribsea-special-grade-reef-sand-substrate-for-aquariums-6-8kg-18-1kg","title":"Caribsea Special Grade Reef Sand Substrate for Aquariums (6.8kg–18.1kg)","description":"\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1fgu3tn\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"62\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"6\" data-end=\"47\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline cursor-pointer\"\u003eCaribsea Special Grade Reef Sand Substrate for Aquariums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e (6.8kg–18.1kg)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1gh5l1n\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"91\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"438\"\u003eCaribSea Special Grade Reef Sand is a premium natural aragonite substrate ideal for marine and reef aquariums. With a consistent 1.0–2.0 mm grain size, this reef sand not only gives your tank a beautiful, natural seafloor appearance but also supports stable water chemistry and healthy biological filtration. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"pm8yra\" data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"449\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qhqh6g\" data-start=\"466\" data-end=\"584\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"584\"\u003eNatural aragonite sand free from impurities like ash, metals, and pesticides \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zfsewn\" data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"690\"\u003eConsistent 1.0–2.0 mm grain size for performance and aesthetics \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x9plg8\" data-start=\"691\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eEnhances buffering capacity and supports healthy reef chemistry \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i16av8\" data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"907\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eIdeal for reef, marine, and nitrate‑reducing systems (Plenum\/Berlin) \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kfwhhh\" data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eSmall shell fragments create a more natural habitat \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"425p9e\" data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e✅ Helps maintain stable calcium and carbonate levels \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003e✅ Supports beneficial bacteria and biological filtration \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e✅ Creates a natural reef substrate appearance \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e✅ Suitable for burrowing species like jawfish and gobies \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e✅ Reduces dust and cloudiness when rinsed properly \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wgj4k5\" data-start=\"1499\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eInstructions for Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wklyuf\" data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003eRinse the sand thoroughly with clean water before adding to your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"eub7ej\" data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eSpread evenly across the aquarium bottom to desired depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"tplagz\" data-start=\"1668\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1710\"\u003eArrange rockwork and decor as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n1lsz6\" data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003eFill the aquarium slowly to avoid disturbing the sand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1859g46\" data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eStart filtration and allow the tank to cycle before adding livestock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vfjjbx\" data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1849\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eMonitor water parameters and adjust as required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Aquatic Pets 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