AmQuel^®
Instant Water Detoxifier

Item No. 31201-1/4 oz; 31241-1oz; 31244-4oz; 31248-8oz; 31256-16oz; 31261-1gallon; 31275-5 gallon
Item No. 31661-2.2 lbs (Pure Dry AmQuel)

PURPOSE AND BENEFITS

AmQuel is the state-of-the-art in water conditioning technology. AmQuel quickly and effectively removes ammonia, chlorine and chloramines (three of the most toxic chemicals commonly found in aquatic systems) from freshwater and seawater. AmQuel is the only true one-step liquid ammonia and chloramine remover that is simple to use. AmQuel is completely unlike declorinators which claim to "remove" chloramines. These products only break the chlorine-ammonia bond of chloramines by simple dechlorination, leaving the ammonia in the water. The resulting ammonia must be removed by adsorption on granular or powdered zeolites (clinoptilolites). In addition, AmQuel functions as well in salt water as it does in fresh water; whereas zeolites do not remove ammonia in salt water. For detailed information on AmQuel's chemical structure click here:
KPD-58
How AmQuel Works

SPECIFICATIONS

Contains 100% sodium hydroxymethanesulfonate.

Dosage: For control of ammonia and chloramines add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) to 10 gallons of fresh or salt water for each 1.0 mg/L (ppm) of total ammonia (0.8 mg/L (ppm) ammonia-nitrogen). This will remove up to 3 mg/L chloramine (as monochloramine, NH2Cl). It is suggested that the ammonia concentration of the water be tested prior to the addition of AmQuel (See Contraindications). Each ounce of AmQuel will treat 60 gallons of water at the normal dose. The pH of the water being treated affects the speed at which AmQuel works. The lower the pH, the slower AmQuel works. At a pH of 7.0 (neutral) AmQuel will remove the ammonia in less than 5 minutes.

STABILITY

AmQuel is stable indefinitely when stored in a cool, dark area away from heat and direct sunlight. AmQuel must be kept tightly closed when not in use.

COMPATIBILITIES

AmQuel is harmless to plants, fishes and invertebrates. This product is safe for use in aquariums and ponds and will not interfere with normal biological filtration. AmQuel is compatible with NovAqua® and PolyAqua®. Use caution when adding liquid AmQuel to water that has a poor buffer reserve (as indicated by problems maintaining a stable pH). Using AmQuel in these conditions can cause a sudden lowering of pH. To prevent a pH drop, use either AmQuel Plus Buffers or Pure Dry AmQuel instead of liquid AmQuel.

CONTRAINDICATIONS

AmQuel should not be added to water containing active, therapeutic dosages of dyes such as methylene blue, acriflavine, or malachite green, since AmQuel will interfere with their proper performance. Combining AmQuel with these dyes will not result in toxic chemical by-products. Do not use AmQuel with chelated copper treatments that utilize a citrate chelation process (Kordon's Chelated Copper is compatible as it uses an EDTA chelation process). Residual AmQuel and its reaction products are also incompatible with the Nessler-type test reagents, resulting in false, high ammonia concentration readings. Ammonia test kits using salicylate-type reagents such as Kordon's AquaTru Test Kit #35970 for salt water and #35980 for fresh water are required for accurate test results. AmQuel will temporarily (approximately 12 hours) lower REDOX.

TOXICITY

AmQuel is non-toxic when used as directed. Numerous species of freshwater and marine fishes, invertebrates and plants have been exposed to AmQuel with no toxic effects. It does not reach toxic levels even in cases of accidental or purposeful overdosing. AmQuel is non-toxic to humans and no special precautions are necessary in handling this product.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

AQUARIUMS AND PONDS

Add AmQuel to water at the recommended dosage to remove ammonia, chlorine and chloramines. To fully condition the water, add NovAqua each time you use AmQuel. Use AmQuel each time a water change is made.

FISH AND INVERTEBRATE SHIPPING AND HOLDING

AmQuel should be added to shipping water with PolyAqua before fish and invertebrates are shipped. AmQuel and NovAqua should also be added to both the shipping water and the aquarium or holding tank after shipments are received. NovAqua and AmQuel, when used together, will reduce stress, osmotic and pH shock, probability of infection, and neutralize ammonia, chloramines, chlorine and heavy metals.

FISH AND INVERTEBRATE FIELD COLLECTIONS

The use of AmQuel in holding and shipping water will reduce stress in fishes and invertebrates due to ammonia intoxication. In addition, either PolyAqua or NovAqua should be used in holding and shipping water for optimum water conditioning and protection.

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