Reef Iodide 500ml SEACHEM

Reef Iodide™ 500ml SEACHEM

- Source of stabilized potassium iodide
- Safe and easy to use
- Important for the growth of soft tissues

Overview

Iodide is an important element required by invertebrates and many soft corals (gorgonians, sarcophytons, etc.). Reef Iodide™ is a concentrated source (8,000 mg/L) of stabilized potassium iodide for reef aquariums that will restore and maintain iodide levels comparable to those found in natural seawater. It is formulated to provide a safe source of iodide that will not convert to toxic free iodine under storage or reef conditions. Iodine is as toxic as chlorine and should never be used in a reef system. However, iodide is as safe as chloride.

Most iodine supplements on the market are simply potassium iodide or a medicinal disinfectant commonly known as Lugol's solution. Lugol's is a highly concentrated, highly toxic iodine/iodide solution intended for disinfection. Although these products are sold for use in reef aquariums, we believe that the risks far outweigh the potential minor benefits.

Reef Iodide™ is formulated to provide a safe source of iodide that will not convert into toxic free iodine under storage or reef conditions.

Products containing only potassium iodide are a safer but less effective alternative on their own due to the unstable nature of iodide in the aquarium environment. When added to an aquarium environment, iodide becomes unstable by converting into elemental iodine (which is biocidal), iodate (which is useless for corals, toxic at high levels, and cannot be tested), and iodide, which is the only form of iodine available for corals to absorb. The intrinsic instability of these products makes them potentially dangerous for coral health. Unlike competing products, Reef Iodide™ is complexed with a stabilizing compound to keep it in iodide form when added to the aquarium. The entire product remains usable and fully bioavailable.

Sizes: 100 mL, 250 mL, 500 mL, 2 L

Instructions

Beginner

Add 5 ml (1 capful) for 200 L (50 US gallons) every other day.

Advancement

Add 1 ml per 80 L (20 US gallons) per day to increase iodide by 0.10 mg/L.

If necessary, adjust the quantity so that the iodide indicates 0.06–0.08 mg/L 6–12 hours after the last amount.

Subsequently, use this quantity daily and check the iodide twice a month.

Expert

After determining the rate of iodide consumption, set up a continuous drip system.

Use the following formula (or skip the calculations and use our dosage calculator) to determine the amount to add to your makeup water: m = 0.125vi (m = ml of product to add to the makeup water, v = tank volume in liters, i = amount to increase iodide in mg/L).

For example, if you want to increase the iodide by 0.10 mg/L in a 200-liter tank, you would add 0.125x200x0.10 = 2.5 ml to the make-up water.

[Pour référence: 1 gallon = 3,8 L].

Remarks

It is normal for iodide levels to decrease after a few days.

This results from usage and chemical depletion.

Therefore, the quantity and/or frequency of use may vary.

The quantity used can be adjusted based on the coral's response.

To check iodide levels, use the MultiTest™ iodine and iodide test kit from Seachem . .

Considerations

Use MultiTest™ Iodine & Iodide to test iodide levels.

If necessary, adjust the quantity so that the iodide indicates 0.06–0.08 mg/L 6–12 hours after the last dose.

Natural seawater has an iodine concentration of 0.06 mg/L; however, many corals and crustaceans can benefit from a slightly higher concentration.

It is normal for the iodide levels to decrease after a few days.

This results from usage and chemical depletion.

Consequently, the frequency of use will vary depending on the different reef tanks.

FAQ translates to "Frequently Asked Questions" in English.

How is Reef Iodide™ different from Lugol's solution? I've heard very bad things about Lugol's.

Reef iodide uses potassium iodide. It is neither Lugol's solution nor Lugol's iodine.

Lugol's solution is a medicinal disinfectant. It is a highly concentrated iodine/iodide solution, highly toxic and intended for disinfection. Although these products are sold for use in reef aquariums, we believe that the risks far outweigh the potential minor benefits.

Products containing only potassium iodide are a safer alternative but are not very effective on their own due to the unstable nature of iodide in the aquarium environment. When added to an aquarium environment, iodide becomes unstable by converting into elemental iodine (which is biocidal), iodate (which is useless for corals, toxic at high levels, and cannot be tested), and iodide, which is the only form of iodine available for corals for absorption. The intrinsic instability of these products makes them potentially dangerous for the health of corals.

Unlike competing products, Reef Iodide™ is complexed with a stabilizing compound to keep it in iodide form when added to the aquarium. The entire product remains usable and fully bioavailable.