Iron Boost 125ml (liquid iron)

Aquaforest Iron Boost is a liquid iron fertilizer for planted aquariums, intended for keepers whose plants lose leaf colour or develop chlorosis. The product supplies iron in a chelated Fe2+ form that plants can take up directly, which addresses the common problem of iron being present in water but not available to the plants.

Why it matters

• Iron availability depends on the overall macro and micro element content, the water pH and the chemical form of the iron. Iron in many aquariums is therefore present but not usable by plants.
• A deficit leads to loss of chlorophyll, with yellowing and necrosis of the leaves. The recommended iron level in aquarium water is 0.1–1 mg/l.
• Each 1 ml dosed into 100 l of water raises the iron level by 0.04 mg/l, which makes the effect of a given dose easy to calculate.
• The product also supports the growth of nitrifying bacteria, according to the manufacturer.

Specifications

• Brand: Aquaforest
• Model: AF Iron Boost 125 ml
• Symbol: AFF IRON BOOST 125ML
• EAN: 5902026733052
• Volume: 125 ml
• Form: liquid
• Active ingredient: chelated iron Fe2+
• Dosing: 1 ml per 100 l of water, once a week
• Effect per dose: +0.04 mg/l iron per 1 ml in 100 l
• Recommended iron level: 0.1–1 mg/l
• Weight: 0.14 kg

What it works with

The fertilizer is designed for planted aquariums and is used for dosing iron as part of regular maintenance, continued until the desired results are reached. The manufacturer recommends using it alongside AF Micro and AF Macro. Absorbents such as zeolite and/or activated carbon may reduce its effectiveness, so they should be avoided in the same filtration setup.