Seachem Reef Dip

Seachem Reef Dip is a coral disinfectant for marine aquarium keepers treating new or affected coral specimens before introduction to the display tank. This elemental iodine complex is held in a protective slime coat to provide a gentle dipping treatment for stony and soft corals, as well as anemones and polyps.

Key Benefits

• Contains an elemental iodine complex for disinfecting corals against bacteria, fungus and protozoans.
• The protective slime coat complex helps hold iodine in contact with the affected site for extended periods.
• The slime coat also helps prevent infection from re-entering the site.
• Can be used prophylactically before adding new corals to a marine aquarium, or when treating diseased specimens.
• Suitable for both stony and soft corals, plus anemones and polyps.

How to Use

• Use Seachem Reef Dip only in a separate dip container; do not add it directly to the aquarium.
• Remove water from the source aquarium and place it in a suitable dipping container.
• Mix the required dose, then place the coral specimen in the prepared dip for 5–10 minutes according to the severity of the problem.
• For clear, accessible lesions, the concentrate may be painted directly onto the lesion before dipping.
• Observe animals during treatment for adverse reactions, including excessive sliming.
• A prepared dip solution may be used for up to one day, then must be discarded.

Dosage

• Add 5 mL (1 capful) to 4 L (1 gallon) of water taken from the source aquarium.
• In very severe cases, a double dose may be used.

Suitable For

• Stony corals
• Soft corals
• Anemones
• Polyps

What's Included

• Seachem Reef Dip coral disinfectant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I add Seachem Reef Dip directly to my reef aquarium?
No. Reef Dip is for use in a separate dip container only and should not be added directly to the aquarium.

How long should corals remain in the dip?
Dip the coral specimen for 5–10 minutes, depending on the severity of the problem.

What is the mixing rate for Seachem Reef Dip?
Mix 5 mL (1 capful) of Reef Dip into 4 L (1 gallon) of water removed from the source aquarium.

Is Reef Dip suitable for new corals without visible disease?
Yes. It may be used prophylactically before introducing new coral specimens to your marine aquarium.

Can Seachem Reef Dip be used on soft corals and anemones?
Yes. It is safe for stony and soft corals, and is also safe for anemones and polyps.

Can I keep a mixed Reef Dip solution for later?
A prepared dip solution may be used for up to one day. Discard it after that time.