{"product_id":"quantum-blackwater-extract-pro","title":"Quantum Blackwater Extract Pro","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eQuantum Blackwater Extract Pro recreates the soft, tannin-rich water of natural blackwater habitats. It gently softens your water by binding excess calcium and magnesium, releases beneficial tannins and organic acids drawn from Indian Almond and other botanicals, and adds natural anti-bacterial properties, all while deepening the color of your fish. It is a natural way to give soft-water and blackwater species the conditions they thrive in. Explore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003ewater care\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Blackwater Extract Pro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 4px 18px;padding:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally softens water by binding excess calcium and magnesium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleases tannins and organic acids from Indian Almond and botanicals for authentic blackwater conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides natural anti-bacterial properties that support a healthy environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrings out richer, more vivid coloration in your fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves overall water quality for soft-water and blackwater species\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake well before use and dose according to the label directions for your aquarium volume. Introduce it gradually so your fish adjust smoothly. Your water will take on a natural tea-colored tint, which is the hallmark of a healthy blackwater setup. Safe for regular use as part of your maintenance routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eChoose Your Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:520px;font-size:0.95em;margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;width:34%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e250 mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eNano and smaller tanks, or trying it out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500 mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eMost home aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1000 mL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eLarger tanks and regular dosers, best value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;max-width:540px;font-size:0.95em;margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;width:34%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eQuantum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBlackwater Extract Pro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater water conditioner \/ blackwater extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEffect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSoftens water, adds tannins, natural anti-bacterial, enhances color\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eFreshwater, blackwater, and soft-water aquariums\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e250 mL, 500 mL, 1000 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eAustralia\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 4px 18px;padding:0;line-height:1.5;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fish\"\u003eBettas, tetras, apistos, and other soft-water fish\u003c\/a\u003e that love blackwater conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003eOther water conditioners and care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fresh-water\"\u003eMore freshwater fish, plants, and supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt softens your water, releases natural tannins for a blackwater look, adds anti-bacterial benefits, and deepens fish coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it tint my water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It gives the water a natural tea-colored tint, which is exactly what blackwater biotopes and soft-water species thrive in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich fish is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoft-water and blackwater species such as bettas, tetras, apistogramma, discus, gouramis, and many shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in a reef or saltwater tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is a freshwater conditioner designed to soften water, which is the opposite of what marine and reef systems need.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quantum USA","offers":[{"title":"250 mL","offer_id":49226675323099,"sku":"BLEX250I","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500 mL","offer_id":49226675355867,"sku":"BLEX500I","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000 mL","offer_id":49226675388635,"sku":"BLEX1000I","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/BW-Extract-render-edit.png?v=1788603713","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/quantum-blackwater-extract-pro","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}