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h4{color:#fff;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cscript\u003e\n(function(){var e=function(){document.querySelectorAll('.card-wrapper .media--hover-effect, .grid__item .card-wrapper .media--hover-effect').forEach(function(w){var i=w.querySelectorAll('img');if(i.length\u003e1){i[0].style.cssText='opacity:1!important;visibility:visible!important;position:relative!important;z-index:2!important';for(var r=1;r\u003ci.length;r++)i[r].style.cssText='display:none!important;opacity:0!important;visibility:hidden!important'}})};e();['DOMContentLoaded','shopify:section:load','load'].forEach(function(ev){document.addEventListener(ev,e)});setTimeout(e,500);setTimeout(e,1500);setTimeout(e,3000)})})();\n\u003c\/script\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\"\u003eComplete Nitrogen Cycle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-formerly\"\u003e◦ Formerly NCOMP ◦\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch1 class=\"bta-h2\" style=\"font-size:clamp(3.2rem,8vw,7rem);line-height:.9;\"\u003eNITRO\u003cspan class=\"main1\"\u003ePLEX\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"bta-page-hero-sub\"\u003eThe Complete Nitrogen Reduction Consortium — \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--main1-pale)\"\u003e16 synergistic strains\u003c\/strong\u003e cultured together, delivering full nitrogen-cycle coverage from ammonia oxidation through to aerobic nitrate removal. All in one oxygenated system. No methanol. No anoxic zones. No H₂S risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-sensei\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/5200\/4338\/files\/Sensei_Sediment_7d0776d7-91d3-4663-8e25-343ee4bfe244.jpg?v=1783036209\" alt=\"Sensei Sediment — Nitroplex (formerly NCOMP)\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-hero-right\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-prism-ring\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eSynergistic Strains\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003e10¹⁰\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eCFU \/ mL Viable\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eAerobic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eDenitrification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-stat-capsule\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-num\"\u003eNo H₂S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"bta-stat-label\"\u003eZero Risk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\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\"\u003eNEW NAME\u003c\/span\u003e NCOMP is now \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--main1-pale)\"\u003eNITROPLEX\u003c\/strong\u003e — same trusted formula, complete nitrogen-cycle consortium\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\"\u003eAEROBIC\u003c\/span\u003e Removes NH₃ → NO₂⁻ → NO₃⁻ in oxygen-rich systems\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-announce-row\" style=\"margin-top:.8rem;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-badge bta-badge-cold\"\u003eOC-K READY\u003c\/span\u003e Strains pre-adapted to OC-K carbon — zero lag on start-up\u003c\/div\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 Aerobic Nitrate Reduction\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e No Methanol Required\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e No H₂S Risk\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e 16 Cultured Strains\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Fish or Fishless Cycling\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-trust-badge\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"bta-tick\"\u003e✓\u003c\/span\u003e Safe for All Aquatic Life\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strip\"\u003e\n    Nitroplex is a purpose-built liquid microbial inoculant for aquaculture biofilters, RAS, aquariums, ponds and any aquatic system that benefits from enhanced nitrification. It delivers a \u003cem\u003ecomplete nitrogen-cycling community\u003c\/em\u003e — from ammonia oxidation through to nitrate removal — all within the same \u003cstrong\u003eaerobic environment\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result: faster waste reduction, lower peak ammonia\/nitrite\/nitrate, faster biofilter maturation and a more stable biofilter long-term.\n  \u003c\/div\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\"\u003eWhy Nitroplex Is Different\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eComplete Nitrogen Mitigation. \u003cspan class=\"main1\"\u003eAerobically.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eMost nitrogen-reduction products need anaerobic zones and methanol dosing. Nitroplex works in fully oxygenated systems where traditional denitrification simply cannot operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003c!-- ═══ AEROBIC DENITRIFICATION SPOTLIGHT (the big one) ═══ --\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight-inner\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"bta-spotlight-flag\"\u003eThe Game-Changer\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eAerobic Denitrification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"bta-spotlight-lead\"\u003eNitroplex uniquely removes ammonia, nitrite \u003cstrong\u003eAND nitrate\u003c\/strong\u003e in the presence of oxygen. It thrives in oxygen-rich environments — eliminating the risk of hydrogen sulphide production, with \u003cstrong\u003eno requirement for anoxic zones or dedicated denitrification filters\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"bta-spotlight-sub\"\u003eTraditional nitrate removal forces you into anaerobic reactors, methanol dosing and the constant danger of a toxic H₂S crash. Nitroplex rewrites that rule: the entire nitrogen cycle — \u003cstrong\u003eNH₃ → NO₂⁻ → NO₃⁻ → N₂\u003c\/strong\u003e — driven aerobically, right inside your existing biofilter. This is the single biggest reason to switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight-metrics\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"m-num\"\u003eNO₃⁻ → N₂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m-label\"\u003eIn Oxygen-Rich Water\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"m-num\"\u003eNo H₂S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m-label\"\u003eZero Toxic Risk\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"m-num\"\u003eNo Methanol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m-label\"\u003eNo Anoxic Zones\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"bta-spotlight-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"m-num\"\u003e0\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m-label\"\u003eDedicated Reactors Needed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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\u003eTrue Microbial Consortium\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16 hand-selected strains cultured together\u003c\/strong\u003e — not blended post-fermentation. This creates the same synergistic community found in a mature, high-performance biofilter.\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\u003ePre-Adapted to OC-K Carbon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAll strains are grown on \u003cstrong\u003eOC-K microbial nutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e — biologically derived carbon they already recognise. They transition into your system without lag time, food-source switching, or biomass die-off.\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\u003eRapid Waste Assimilation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAccelerates the breakdown of organic nitrogen compounds, releasing bioavailable nutrients while \u003cstrong\u003epreventing toxic spikes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\u003eProbiotic Stability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eSupporting probiotic strains protect the consortium, extend shelf life and maintain functional integrity \u003cstrong\u003ein the bottle and after dosing\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pair with OC-K for maximum speed and resilience.\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\u003eFish or Fishless Cycling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eUse with livestock in the system or during \u003cstrong\u003efishless cycling\u003c\/strong\u003e. Complete microbiome management for RAS, aquariums, ponds and hatcheries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ THE CONSORTIUM (FEATURES + STRAINS) ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-section--angle\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eInside The Bottle\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eA Complete \u003cspan class=\"main2\"\u003eNitrogen-Cycling\u003c\/span\u003e Community\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eTotal viable count ≥ 1 × 10¹⁰ CFU\/mL — including nitrifying, denitrifying and probiotic CFUs. Sixteen synergistic strains covering every stage of the nitrogen cycle:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-strain-row\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eNitrosomonas spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eNitrobacter spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eNitrospira spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eNitrosospira spp.\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eArchaea species\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eSpecialised heterotrophic nitrifiers\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eAerobic denitrifiers\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"bta-strain-chip\"\u003eSynergistic probiotic waste-assimilating strains\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNH₃ → NO₂⁻ → NO₃⁻\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull oxidation pathway plus aerobic nitrate reduction — the complete loop in one product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMicrobiome Management\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablishes and maintains a balanced, resilient biofilter ecology that resists crashes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFaster Maturation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLower peak ammonia\/nitrite\/nitrate and faster cycling for new and re-started systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-feat-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUniversal Compatibility\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquaculture biofilters, RAS, aquariums, ponds — freshwater and marine aquatic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ QUICK USE GUIDE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section bta-quick-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eDirections For Use\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eFour Steps To A \u003cspan class=\"main1\"\u003eStable Biofilter\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-quick-guide\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-num\"\u003e01\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step-icon bta-guide-step-icon--main1\"\u003e🫙\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eShake \u0026amp; Dose\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eShake well before use. Dose directly into the biofilter, sump, tank or pond water column.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-num\"\u003e02\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step-icon bta-guide-step-icon--main2\"\u003e🔌\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003ePause Sterilisers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eTurn off devices that remove or kill bacteria — \u003cspan class=\"bta-key\"\u003eprotein skimmers\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"bta-key\"\u003eUV\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"bta-key\"\u003eozone\u003c\/span\u003e — for \u003cstrong style=\"color:var(--main1-pale)\"\u003e6 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e so bacteria wake up and colonise. Filter mats \u0026amp; foam can keep running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-num\"\u003e03\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step-icon bta-guide-step-icon--purple\"\u003e💧\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003eHold Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eFor best results maintain dissolved oxygen \u003cspan class=\"bta-key\"\u003e\u0026gt; 4 mg\/L\u003c\/span\u003e and pH \u003cspan class=\"bta-key\"\u003e7.0–8.5\u003c\/span\u003e. Do not mix with strong oxidisers or disinfectants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-num\"\u003e04\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-guide-step-icon bta-guide-step-icon--copper\"\u003e🔁\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003ch4\u003ePair With OC-K\u003c\/h4\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eUse alongside \u003cspan class=\"bta-key\"\u003eOC-K\u003c\/span\u003e for enhanced carbon support. Dose OC-K with Nitroplex during start-up for maximum speed and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ DOSING TABLE ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eApplication Protocol\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eDosing \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"main1\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-section-intro\"\u003eSimple dosing for new-system cycling, ongoing maintenance and pond-side culturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-table-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003ctable class=\"bta-table\"\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eDose\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eNew Systems \/ Cycle Start\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 ml per 100 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce per week (or as required during cycling)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eMaintenance \/ Post-Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003e1 ml per 200 L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce per week (or as required to control nitrate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-model\"\u003eEnhanced Carbon (with OC-K)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"bta-highlight\"\u003eDose OC-K alongside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuring start-up for peak performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"bta-table-note\"\u003eMaintain DO \u0026gt; 4 mg\/L and pH 7.0–8.5. Do not mix with strong oxidisers or disinfectants. Available in 100 ml · 250 ml · 500 ml · 1000 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ FAQ ═══ --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bta-section-dark\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"bta-section-label\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"bta-section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked \u003cspan class=\"main1\"\u003eQuestions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\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 Is this the same product as NCOMP?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitroplex is the new name for NCOMP — the same complete nitrogen-reduction consortium, now with 16 synergistic strains and refreshed packaging. Same trusted performance, same aerobic technology.\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 does Nitroplex remove nitrate aerobically?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacultative heterotrophic and aerobic denitrifying strains.\u003c\/strong\u003e They oxidise organic carbon using nitrate as an electron acceptor in the presence of oxygen — a metabolic pathway that bypasses the need for anoxic zones entirely.\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 Do I need to dose methanol or carbon supplements?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Strains are pre-adapted to OC-K carbon and utilise native carbon sources already in your system. For enhanced carbon support and fastest start-up, dose OC-K alongside Nitroplex — but no methanol or external carbon is required.\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 there a risk of hydrogen sulphide (H₂S)?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZero risk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Because Nitroplex operates aerobically, sulphate-reducing bacteria (the source of H₂S) cannot outcompete the consortium. No anaerobic zone = no H₂S production.\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 Can I use it with fish in the system?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use with fish or during fishless cycling. It's for aquatic use only and safe for fish, crustaceans, molluscs and aquatic plants. Keep out of reach of children.\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 should I store it and what's the shelf life?\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"bta-faq-a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 months from date of manufacture.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; refrigerate after opening for better stability. Do not freeze and keep the container tightly closed.\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=\"text-align:center;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"bta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"color:var(--text-dim);max-width:600px;margin:0 auto 2rem;font-size:1.08rem;line-height:1.8;\"\u003eNot sure if Nitroplex is right for your system? Our technical team can review your water chemistry and nitrogen loads to recommend the optimal dosing protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"bta-btn\"\u003eContact Our Team\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/beneficial-microbes-bioremediation\" class=\"bta-ghost-btn\"\u003eView Microbes Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ═══ WHOLESALE \/ TRADE 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\"\u003eTrade \u0026amp; \u003cspan class=\"main1\"\u003eWholesale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eRunning a hatchery, aquaculture farm, or aquarium retail operation? We offer competitive trade accounts with bulk microbe pricing, dedicated technical support, and custom compounding services for production-scale needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"bta-cta-btns\"\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" class=\"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","brand":"Biotech Aquatica","offers":[{"title":"100ml - Treats 10 000L","offer_id":49755157070066,"sku":"NPLEX100","price":40.77,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250ml - Treats 25 000L","offer_id":47217817092338,"sku":"NPLEX250","price":77.62,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml - Treats 50 000L","offer_id":47217817125106,"sku":"NPLEX500","price":144.06,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000ml - Treats 100 000L","offer_id":47217817157874,"sku":"NPLEX1000","price":276.94,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0731\/5200\/4338\/files\/Nitroplex_1000_ML.png?v=1783036392","url":"https:\/\/www.btaqua.com.au\/products\/nitroplex-complete-nitrogen-reduction-consortium","provider":"Biotech Aquatica ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}