{"product_id":"api-ammonia-test-strip-25-strips","title":"API Ammonia Test Strip - 25 Strips","description":"\u003cp\u003eChecking ammonia is one of the most important water tests you can do, and these strips make it a quick job. Ammonia (NH₃\/NH₄⁺) builds up from fish waste, leftover food and decaying plant matter, and even small amounts can stress fish or damage their gills if ignored.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTesting on a regular basis lets you spot a problem early and act before it affects your fish. Each tube contains 25 strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy It's Useful\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDip and read: hold a strip in the tank water for a few seconds, then match the colour against the chart on the bottle. No test tubes to fill or rinse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGives a reading from 0 to about 6 ppm, so you can see at a glance whether levels are safe or need attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps you look after fish health, since raised ammonia can stress or injure them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandy for routine spot checks. Test every few days in a newly set up tank and at least once a week once it is established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks in both freshwater and marine aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTake one strip from the tube and dip it in the aquarium for roughly 5 seconds. Hold it flat and do not shake it, then compare the colour with the chart for an immediate result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe strips give you a fast picture of ammonia levels, which makes it easier to keep water quality steady and your fish in good form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57343719997705,"sku":"AP33D","price":18.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/3118\/5161\/files\/AP33D.jpg?v=1789751906","url":"https:\/\/www.valuepet.ie\/products\/api-ammonia-test-strip-25-strips","provider":"Valuepet.ie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}