Aquaforest Iodum

Aquaforest Iodum

Aquaforest Iodum is a concentrated iodine supplement for marine aquariums, designed to maintain iodine levels in saltwater tanks. It suits reef keepers who want to support coral pigmentation and shrimp moulting with a simple daily drop-based dose.

Why Iodine Matters in a Marine Aquarium

Iodine is crucial for general cell functioning and for the transfer of nutrients between cells. Tank inhabitants consume it constantly, so without supplementation the level in a marine aquarium drops quickly. Regular dosing of Iodum allows you to keep iodine at the same level as in natural sea water.

Key Benefits

• Concentrated iodine supplement that replaces what the tank's inhabitants use up.
• Corals use iodine to synthesise pigments. These pigments help them adapt to variable lighting conditions and protect their fragile tissues from UV radiation.
• Intensifies the dark blue and purple coloration of hard corals.
• An appropriate iodine content in a seawater tank supports shrimp moulting.
• Drop-by-drop dosing makes it easy to add small, regular amounts.

How to Use

Add Iodum to the aquarium water daily, following the dosage below. Because iodine is consumed continuously, regular daily dosing is what keeps the level steady rather than letting it fall away.

Dosage

• Standard daily dose: 1 drop per 100 l (27 US gal) of water.
• 1 drop of Iodum raises the iodine level by 0.01 ppm in 100 l of water.
• 1 ml of Iodum (~15 drops) in 100 l (27 US gal) raises the iodine level by 0.15 ppm.
• Recommended iodine level in aquarium water: 0.055 – 0.07 mg/l (ppm).

Suitable For

• Marine and reef aquariums.
• Tanks with hard corals, especially where deep blue and purple colours are a priority.
• Saltwater tanks housing shrimp.

Compatibility

Iodum is intended for seawater (marine) aquariums, where it maintains iodine at natural sea water levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Iodum should I add each day?
The daily dose is 1 drop per 100 l (27 US gal) of aquarium water.

What iodine level should I aim for?
The recommended level in aquarium water is 0.055 – 0.07 mg/l (ppm).

How much does one drop raise the iodine level?
One drop raises iodine by 0.01 ppm in 100 l of water. A full 1 ml (about 15 drops) in 100 l raises it by 0.15 ppm.

Why does iodine need topping up in a reef tank?
Tank inhabitants constantly consume iodine, so without supplementation the level drops quickly.

Will Iodum change my coral colours?
Corals use iodine to produce pigments, and Iodum intensifies the dark blue and purple coloration of hard corals. Results depend on the overall conditions in your tank.

Does iodine help shrimp?
An appropriate iodine content in a seawater aquarium supports shrimp moulting.

When can I expect delivery?

• Gauteng (Jhb/Pta) - 1-3 working days
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• Outlying Areas - 3-7 working days

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