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img:nth-child(2),\n.card-wrapper:hover .media--hover-effect \u003e img:last-child,\n.card-wrapper:hover .media--hover-effect \u003e img:nth-child(2) {\n  display: none !important; opacity: 0 !important; visibility: hidden !important;\n}\n.card-wrapper:hover .media--hover-effect \u003e img:first-child {\n  opacity: 1 !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-pg\"\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ HERO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-page-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-left\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-kicker\"\u003eALKALINITY SUPPLEMENT\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(3.2rem,8vw,7rem);line-height:.9;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eKATRON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003eSimply a better buffer. Supplement alkalinity AND potassium in one dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;gap:1rem;margin-top:2rem;flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e1.5g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eDose per 100L\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e7.7 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eK+ per dose\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/5200\/4338\/files\/Katron.png?v=1786067776\" alt=\"KATRON Potassium KH Buffer\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:12px;\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ ANNOUNCEMENT ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-announce\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-new\"\u003eAQUAPONICS + PLANTED\u003c\/span\u003e Supplement Potassium AND Alkalinity — Ideal for Aquaponics and Planted Aquariums\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.3rem;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-feat\"\u003eSALTWATER READY\u003c\/span\u003e Great for Saltwater Aquariums — Potassium Is Almost Always Lacking\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.8rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-purple\"\u003eBETTER FOR ALL SYSTEMS\u003c\/span\u003e Potassium Is the Biological Pump for Metabolism — You NEED It. Your Fish NEED It.\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"margin-top:1.3rem;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"font-size:1.1rem;color:var(--main2-bright);font-weight:600;letter-spacing:.05em;\"\u003eSimply, just a better buffer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ TRUST + INTRO ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:2rem;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-row\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e K+ Formula\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Supplements Potassium\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Boosts Alkalinity\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Safe for Plants\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Ideal for Aquaponics\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Simply a Better Buffer\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    Named after the ancient Egyptian mineral Natron, \u003cstrong\u003eKATRON\u003c\/strong\u003e is the potassium-based evolution of traditional KH buffers. Most commercial buffers ignore one of the most critical ions in aquatic biology. KATRON delivers potassium — the primary driving ion for metabolic processes from bacteria to fish — alongside alkalinity in a single dose. \u003cem\u003eSimply a better buffer.\u003c\/em\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ INFOGRAPHIC ═══ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"padding-top:2rem;padding-bottom:3rem;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/5200\/4338\/files\/Katroninfographic.png?v=1786067299\" alt=\"KATRON Infographic\" width=\"1200\" height=\"auto\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;border-radius:12px;box-shadow:0 20px 60px rgba(0,0,0,.5);\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ THE DIFFERENCE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eThe KATRON Difference\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eWhy Choose \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eKATRON\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eKATRON delivers more than just alkalinity — it delivers the most overlooked ion in aquatic biology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧬\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eThe Forgotten Nutrient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium is THE ion that drives metabolic processes\u003c\/strong\u003e — from nitrifying bacteria and plant nutrient uptake to fish osmoregulation and enzyme function. Yet it is severely lacking in almost all aquatic systems. Freshwater systems rarely supplement it. Saltwater systems assume it is already there at adequate levels. Potassium deficiency is one of the most overlooked issues in aquatic husbandry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e⚡\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eHigher pH Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKATRON achieves a higher pH per KH unit than conventional buffers\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning better alkalinity stability with less pH drift. Ideal for systems that demand precise pH control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🛡️\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eThe Biological Pump\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium drives the biological processes that keep your system alive.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every cell in every organism in your tank relies on potassium for enzyme activation, osmoregulation, and energy transfer. KATRON delivers it with every dose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-diff-card\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-icon\"\u003e🧪\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eRarely Supplemented\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium is almost never deliberately added to aquatic systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not included in most salt mixes. It is not in most KH buffers. It is the missing piece in aquatic husbandry — and KATRON addresses it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FEATURES ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eEngineered for \u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003ePerformance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eKATRON delivers dual-action supplementation for complete aquatic health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePotassium: The Missing Ion\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivers 7.7 ppm bioavailable K+ per dose\u003c\/strong\u003e — the primary driver of metabolic processes across all aquatic life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAlkalinity Boost\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRaises KH by 10 ppm with just 1.5g per 100L\u003c\/strong\u003e — reliable, measurable buffering action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePlant Safe\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium is essential for plant growth and nutrient uptake\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the three primary macronutrients (NPK).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAquaponics Ready\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-built for recirculating aquaponics systems\u003c\/strong\u003e where potassium supplementation is critical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSaltwater Compatible\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium is almost always lacking in saltwater systems\u003c\/strong\u003e — KATRON fills the gap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReef System Friendly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupplements alkalinity while delivering essential potassium\u003c\/strong\u003e for coral and fish metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ DOSE RATE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eDosage Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eOne \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eDose\u003c\/span\u003e. Two \u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003eResults\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;padding:2.5rem 0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-family:var(--font);font-size:clamp(1.5rem,3vw,2.2rem);color:var(--chrome);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;line-height:1.5;margin:0 0 1.5rem;\"\u003eEvery \u003cspan style=\"color:var(--main1-bright);text-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(46,134,222,.4);\"\u003e1.5 g\u003c\/span\u003e per \u003cspan style=\"color:var(--main1-bright);text-shadow:0 0 20px rgba(46,134,222,.4);\"\u003e100 L\u003c\/span\u003e raises\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;justify-content:center;gap:2.5rem;flex-wrap:wrap;margin-bottom:1.5rem;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan style=\"font-family:var(--font);font-size:clamp(2.5rem,5vw,4rem);color:var(--main1-bright);text-shadow:0 0 30px rgba(46,134,222,.4);display:block;\"\u003e10 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:var(--text-dim);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.15em;\"\u003eAlkalinity (as CaCO3)\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;font-family:var(--font);font-size:clamp(1.5rem,3vw,2.5rem);color:var(--text-dim);align-self:center;\"\u003e+\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n          \u003cspan style=\"font-family:var(--font);font-size:clamp(2.5rem,5vw,4rem);color:var(--main1-pale);text-shadow:0 0 30px rgba(116,185,255,.4);display:block;\"\u003e7.7 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\n          \u003cspan style=\"font-size:.85rem;color:var(--text-dim);text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.15em;\"\u003ePotassium (K+)\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:var(--text-dim);font-size:.95rem;line-height:1.7;max-width:500px;margin:0 auto;\"\u003eScale proportionally for larger volumes. Actual results may vary with system chemistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FAQ ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eGot \u003cspan class=\"prpl\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eEverything you need to know about KATRON.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"max-width:800px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e What makes KATRON different from regular KH buffers?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eMost KH buffers focus only on alkalinity. KATRON delivers both alkalinity and potassium in a single dose. Potassium is THE ion that drives metabolic processes across all aquatic life, yet it is almost never supplemented. KATRON fills this critical gap.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is KATRON safe for planted tanks?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eAbsolutely. Potassium is one of the three primary macronutrients plants need (NPK). KATRON delivers bioavailable K+ with every dose, promoting healthier growth and nutrient uptake.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Is KATRON suitable for all aquatic systems?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003eYes. Potassium is almost never supplemented in aquatic systems — it is rarely included in salt mixes and seldom dosed independently. KATRON delivers essential potassium alongside alkalinity, making it ideal for freshwater, planted tanks, aquaponics, and saltwater reef systems.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e How much KATRON should I dose?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e1.5g per 100L raises KH by 10 ppm and adds 7.7 ppm potassium. Scale proportionally for your system volume.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-q\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-qm\"\u003eQ\u003c\/span\u003e Why is potassium so important?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003ePotassium is the biological pump for metabolism. Every living cell in your system — from nitrifying bacteria to fish — relies on potassium for enzyme activation, osmoregulation, and energy transfer. Despite this, potassium is hardly ever supplemented. Your fish need it. Your bacteria need it. Your plants need it.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ NOT SURE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\" style=\"background:var(--main1-deep);\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eNot Sure About \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eDosing\u003c\/span\u003e?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:var(--text-dim);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 2rem;font-size:1.1rem;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eWe are happy to help you dial in the perfect supplementation strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eGet Advice\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ WHOLESALE CTA ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-cta-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-vortex\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eTrade and \u003cspan class=\"gold\"\u003eWholesale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eSimply a better buffer — and a better business opportunity. Trade and wholesale pricing available for retailers, installers, and commercial operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\" style=\"margin-top:2rem;\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/trade\" class=\"bta-btn--copper bta-btn\"\u003eApply for Trade Account\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- SEO Metadata --\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eKATRON | Potassium KH Buffer | BTAqua\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"KATRON is a potassium-based KH buffer that supplements alkalinity AND potassium simultaneously. Simply a better buffer. 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