{"product_id":"ntlabs-satus-bacteria","title":"NT Labs – Satus (Bacteria) – Aquarium Biofilter Starter","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"439\"\u003eNT Labs \u003cem data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"170\"\u003eSatus\u003c\/em\u003e is an advanced bacterial supplement designed to rapidly establish and enhance aquarium biofiltration. Meaning “Start” in Latin, Satus helps new aquariums mature faster, prevents harmful “new tank syndrome,” and creates a safe, stable environment for fish from day one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eSatus works with both aerobic and anaerobic processes, delivering rapid ammonia removal while breaking down organic waste that traditional nitrifying bacteria cannot. 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Versatile\u003c\/strong\u003e – Harmless to fish, plants, and invertebrates; cannot be overdosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003eIdeal with NT Labs Optimus\u003c\/strong\u003e – Achieve even faster system maturation and improved long-term stability when used together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"2197\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1765\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1713\"\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aquarium bacterial starter and biofilter enhancer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1766\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater aquariums; 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see product label for exact rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2391\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eContinue daily dosing for 7 days when starting a new aquarium. 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Its multi-environment functionality makes it effective in a wide range of setups, ensuring faster maturation, increased water clarity, and enhanced long-term stability. 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