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- Vendor: Seachem
Seachem Betta Basics
Seachem Betta Basics is a complete water conditioner made specifically for betta bowls and small planted setups. It removes chlorine and chloramine, detoxifies ammonia, and gently buffers your water to a stable, betta-friendly pH of 7.0, so every water change leaves your fish in a safe, comfortable home. It pairs naturally with the rest of our water care and treatments for freshwater keepers.
Why Betta Keepers Reach for It
- Removes chlorine and chloramine from tap water on contact, so refills are safe to pour back in.
- Detoxifies ammonia, protecting your betta between water changes in bowls and small tanks that cycle slowly.
- Buffers to a stable pH 7.0, the neutral sweet spot bettas prefer, and helps hold it there.
- Safe with your fish in the bowl, so there is no need to net or move your betta before dosing.
- Great for planted bowls, creating a comfortable environment for bettas and live plants alike.
How to Use
Add 5 mL (one capful) per gallon, about 4 L, of new or replacement water at every water change. Betta Basics is safe to use with your fish in the bowl. For best results, dose with each water change and top-up. Shake well before use.
Choose Your Size
| Size | Treats (approx.) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 60 mL | Up to ~12 gal of new water | A single betta bowl, or trying it out |
| 250 mL | Up to ~50 gal of new water | One or two bettas with regular changes |
| 2 L | Up to ~400 gal of new water | Breeders, betta racks, and shops |
Specifications
| Brand | Seachem |
| Made For | Betta fish, freshwater bowls and small tanks |
| Functions | Dechlorinator, ammonia detoxifier, pH 7.0 buffer |
| Removes | Chlorine and chloramine |
| Dose | 5 mL (1 capful) per gallon at water changes |
| Use With Fish Present | Yes |
| Available Sizes | 60 mL, 250 mL, 2 L |
Recommended Pairings
- Seachem Stability seeds the beneficial bacteria that keep ammonia and nitrite in check as a new bowl or tank cycles.
- Xtreme Betta Floating Pellets are a color-boosting daily staple bettas readily take from the surface.
- Seachem ParaGuard is a gentle treatment to keep on hand for parasites and minor fin issues.
- Browse our live Bettas to find your next centerpiece fish.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need a separate dechlorinator?
No. Betta Basics already removes chlorine and chloramine, so it replaces a plain conditioner for betta bowls and small setups.
Is it safe to add with my betta in the bowl?
Yes. Dose it directly into the new water at each change; there is no need to move your fish.
Will it work in a filtered, cycled tank?
Absolutely. It conditions tap water and detoxifies ammonia in any freshwater setup, and is especially handy for small, lightly filtered betta tanks.
How is it different from Seachem Prime?
Betta Basics is tuned for small betta volumes and also buffers pH toward a neutral 7.0, while Prime is a concentrated all-purpose conditioner for larger tanks.
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