{"product_id":"seachem-betta-basics","title":"Seachem Betta Basics","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeachem Betta Basics\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/maintenance-water-care\"\u003ewater care and treatments\u003c\/a\u003e for freshwater keepers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eWhy Betta Keepers Reach for It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:4px 0 12px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemoves chlorine and chloramine\u003c\/strong\u003e from tap water on contact, so refills are safe to pour back in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetoxifies ammonia\u003c\/strong\u003e, protecting your betta between water changes in bowls and small tanks that cycle slowly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuffers to a stable pH 7.0\u003c\/strong\u003e, the neutral sweet spot bettas prefer, and helps hold it there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafe with your fish in the bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e, so there is no need to net or move your betta before dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat for planted bowls\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a comfortable environment for bettas and live plants alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;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%;margin:6px 0 12px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#E3F2FD;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eTreats (approx.)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;text-align:left;\"\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e60 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eUp to ~12 gal of new water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eA single betta bowl, or trying it out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e250 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eUp to ~50 gal of new water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eOne or two bettas with regular changes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e2 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eUp to ~400 gal of new water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBreeders, betta racks, and shops\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;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%;margin:6px 0 12px;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;width:40%;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eSeachem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMade For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBetta fish, freshwater bowls and small tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFunctions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eDechlorinator, ammonia detoxifier, pH 7.0 buffer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRemoves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eChlorine and chloramine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e5 mL (1 capful) per gallon at water changes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eUse With Fish Present\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;background:#E3F2FD;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #BBDEFB;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e60 mL, 250 mL, 2 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;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 12px;padding-left:20px;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-stability\"\u003eSeachem Stability\u003c\/a\u003e seeds the beneficial bacteria that keep ammonia and nitrite in check as a new bowl or tank cycles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/xtreme-betta-floating-pellets\"\u003eXtreme Betta Floating Pellets\u003c\/a\u003e are a color-boosting daily staple bettas readily take from the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-paraguard\"\u003eSeachem ParaGuard\u003c\/a\u003e is a gentle treatment to keep on hand for parasites and minor fin issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fish\"\u003eBrowse our live Bettas\u003c\/a\u003e to find your next centerpiece fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:14px 0 4px;font-size:1.05em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #1E88E5;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I still need a separate dechlorinator?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Betta Basics already removes chlorine and chloramine, so it replaces a plain conditioner for betta bowls and small setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to add with my betta in the bowl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Dose it directly into the new water at each change; there is no need to move your fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work in a filtered, cycled tank?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbsolutely. It conditions tap water and detoxifies ammonia in any freshwater setup, and is especially handy for small, lightly filtered betta tanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Seachem Prime?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBetta 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seachem","offers":[{"title":"60 mL","offer_id":48099000975579,"sku":"424","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 mL","offer_id":48099001008347,"sku":"426","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 L","offer_id":48099001041115,"sku":"428","price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/0424-Betta-Basics-60-mL.png?v=1767292466","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/seachem-betta-basics","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}