--- product_id: 26623356 title: "American Cichlid Salt 250gram" brand: "seachem" price: "£11.29" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 category: "Seachem" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/26623356-american-cichlid-salt-250gram store_origin: GB region: Great Britain --- # fast dissolving formula complete trace elements 250g precise dosing American Cichlid Salt 250gram **Brand:** seachem **Price:** £11.29 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐠 Elevate your cichlid’s world — because thriving tanks aren’t optional! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** American Cichlid Salt 250gram by seachem - **How much does it cost?** £11.29 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/26623356-american-cichlid-salt-250gram) ## Best For - seachem enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted seachem brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Trusted by Experts:** Seachem’s 30+ years of aquarium innovation, Oscar-approved for peak performance. - • **Effortless Water Changes:** Quickly dissolves to seamlessly integrate during water maintenance. - • **Essential Trace Elements:** Includes magnesium, calcium, sodium, potassium plus iron, aluminum, iodide for optimal fish health. - • **Tailored Mineral Balance:** Replicates natural American Cichlid habitats for thriving aquatic life. - • **Scientifically Formulated:** Dosage varies by species origin ensuring perfect water chemistry every time. ## Overview Seachem American Cichlid Salt is a 250g scientifically balanced salt blend designed to replicate the natural water conditions of South and Central American cichlids. It contains all essential minerals and trace elements needed for healthy fish, dissolves rapidly for easy use during water changes, and is trusted by aquarists for maintaining optimal aquarium environments. ## Description American Cichlid Salt™ is a chemically sound blend of salts designed to replicate the natural environment of American Cichlids. It contains all physiologically essential elements such as magnesium, calcium, sodium, potassium, and includes trace components such as iron, aluminum, and iodide. American Cichlid Salt™ is formulated so that dosages vary depending on the species’ origin and need only be added when setting up an aquarium or with water changes. Review: A must have For your SA/CA Cichlids, Seachem tested Oscar approved! - For 30 years been keeping tanks and like I have said numerous other reviews when it comes to Seachem products, they are the best you can get! Unlike the African Cichlids who thrive in hard acidic water requiring Seachem African Rift Salt, the SA/CA/s while they can adjust however they really will not thrive! I always use this in my 220 gallon SA/CA Cichlid tank during my Monthly 75% Water change. Keeping SA's &CA's together has not proven a problem even when dosing the Salt, I simply go in-between the 2 species as directed, I also add Seachem Cichlid Trace for the entire tank every 2 weeks in all my tanks (there is no difference in the Trace elements per Seachem} I always have thriving healthy fish! Yes it can cause warming of the skin if you should get some on you, If you are using R/O or DI water this is a must have! For those who give 1 star for how the package was shipped! That is neither a actual product review or helpful! for the record there are no seals on salts, yes desertcart should do a better job at Packing & Shipping that is really a issue for there customer service not in a review! Review: It dissolves very fast - This product dissolves very quickly. When using RO or Distilled water it is necessary to add minerals back and I feel this product does so effectively. Dosing with small aquariums may be a little tough because you may need to measure 1/4 or 1/8 of a teaspoon. Anyway my South American Cichlids seem happy. ## Features - Use with water changes - Replicates natural environment - Includes all necessary trace elements - Package Weight: 0.65 pounds ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0027J6U24 | | ASIN | B0027J6U24 | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Best Sellers Rank | #119,677 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #1,094 in Aquarium Water Treatments | | Brand Name | Seachem | | Color | white | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (126) | | Date First Available | June 8, 2005 | | Date First Available | June 8, 2005 | | Directions | All doses given for 40 L (10 US gallons). Tanganyika: Use 11 g (1.5 teaspoons). Malawi: Use 5.5 g (3/4 teaspoon). Victoria: Use 3.6 g (1/2 teaspoon). Dosages are based on DI or RO water; for other water, measure hardness (GH) first, then add according to need. For reference, the Tanganyika dose raises dGH by 8.8 units. The Malawi dose raises dGH by 4.4 units. The Victoria dose raises dGH by 3 unit… | | Included Components | Powder | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.9 x 2.4 x 2.3 inches | | Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 4.88 x 2.4 x 2.36 inches | | Item Weight | 0.6 Pounds | | Item model number | 116146609 | | Item model number | 116146609 | | Manufacturer | Seachem Laboratories, Inc. | | Manufacturer | Seachem Laboratories, Inc. | | Material | cotton | | Model Name | Seachem Cichlid Lake Salt | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 4.9 x 2.4 x 2.3 inches; 9.6 ounces | | Size | 250 g | | Specific Uses for Product | habitat | | Target Audience Keyword | fish, fish; american cichlids | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Seachem - **Item Form:** Powder - **Item Weight:** 0.6 Pounds - **Manufacturer:** Seachem Laboratories, Inc. - **UPC:** 000116146609 ## Images ![American Cichlid Salt 250gram - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71M-+S0QQmL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this ok for african cichlids. i have african and central american cichlids in a 50g tank...what salt should i use? thanks** A: I have been using this in my 75 gallon tank with American and African cichlids. I haven’t had any problems with the fish at all. **Q: I have tetras which live in south america, would this and cichlid trace be beneficial to them?** A: Yes i believe so. I use it in my Oscar tank, and my Sevrums with Angles tank. I keep their water more acidic, they seem more active when the ph is dropped a little. I have an african cichlid tank and I keep that with a higher ph. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A must have For your SA/CA Cichlids, Seachem tested Oscar approved! *by J***N on January 23, 2019* For 30 years been keeping tanks and like I have said numerous other reviews when it comes to Seachem products, they are the best you can get! Unlike the African Cichlids who thrive in hard acidic water requiring Seachem African Rift Salt, the SA/CA/s while they can adjust however they really will not thrive! I always use this in my 220 gallon SA/CA Cichlid tank during my Monthly 75% Water change. Keeping SA's &CA's together has not proven a problem even when dosing the Salt, I simply go in-between the 2 species as directed, I also add Seachem Cichlid Trace for the entire tank every 2 weeks in all my tanks (there is no difference in the Trace elements per Seachem} I always have thriving healthy fish! Yes it can cause warming of the skin if you should get some on you, If you are using R/O or DI water this is a must have! For those who give 1 star for how the package was shipped! That is neither a actual product review or helpful! for the record there are no seals on salts, yes Amazon should do a better job at Packing & Shipping that is really a issue for there customer service not in a review! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It dissolves very fast *by S***E on September 3, 2015* This product dissolves very quickly. When using RO or Distilled water it is necessary to add minerals back and I feel this product does so effectively. Dosing with small aquariums may be a little tough because you may need to measure 1/4 or 1/8 of a teaspoon. Anyway my South American Cichlids seem happy. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ good stuff *by R***N on April 2, 2020* seems to help my cichlids color up more and have more energy --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/26623356-american-cichlid-salt-250gram](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/26623356-american-cichlid-salt-250gram) --- *Product available on Desertcart Great Britain* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*