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product_id: 181103027
title: "Aqua Natural Aquarium Sand, Coarse Aragonite, 10lb"
brand: "aqua natural"
price: "R3029"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
category: "Aqua Natural"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/181103027-aqua-natural-aquarium-sand-coarse-aragonite-10lb
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Maintains stable pH 8.2 1M+ sq.cm surface area for bacteria 98% pure calcium carbonate Aqua Natural Aquarium Sand, Coarse Aragonite, 10lb

**Brand:** aqua natural
**Price:** R3029
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌟 Elevate your aquarium’s ecosystem with nature’s premium substrate!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Aqua Natural Aquarium Sand, Coarse Aragonite, 10lb by aqua natural
- **How much does it cost?** R3029 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- aqua natural enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aqua natural brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **pH Stability Mastery:** Buffers aquarium water to a perfect 8.2, eliminating constant chemical adjustments.
- • **Ocean-Harvested Purity:** Authentic Bahamian aragonite ensures unmatched natural quality and sustainability.
- • **Bacteria-Friendly Surface:** Over 1 million sq.cm per kg for thriving beneficial bacteria colonies.
- • **Phosphate-Free Cleanliness:** Keeps water crystal clear without harmful phosphate contamination.
- • **Versatile Aquarium Essential:** Ideal grain size for reef tanks, fish tanks, plenum systems, and refugiums.

## Overview

Aqua Natural Aquarium Sand is a 10lb bag of coarse, sustainably sourced Bahamian aragonite, composed of 98% pure calcium carbonate. It naturally stabilizes aquarium pH at 8.2, offers an expansive surface area for beneficial bacteria, and is phosphate-free, making it the go-to substrate for reef, marine, and freshwater tanks seeking optimal water quality and ecosystem balance.

## Description

Bahamian Aragonite Aquarium Sand is the ideal substrate for marine, reef or African Cichlid aquariums. It is a pure Oolitic Aragonite sand collected from the crystal clear oceans of The Bahamas, with no harmful tar, organics or impurities. This aquarium sand has unsurpassed buffering capability and helps maintain a natural pH balance of 8.2 without the constant addition of chemicals. One kg of Oolitic Aragonite Aquarium Sand offers over 1 million sq. cm of surface area providing a huge space for housing ammonia, nitrate and nitrite reducing bacteria. Oolitic Aragonite Sand is the ideal grain size for reef tanks, fish tanks, plenum systems and refugiums.

## Features

- Unsurpassed buffering capability: Keeps pH at a stable 8.2 for optimal aquatic environment
- Phosphate free: Ensures clean water quality without unwanted phosphate contamination
- High purity composition: 98% pure calcium carbonate with no impurities like other forms of aragonite
- Sustainably sourced material: Naturally renewable oolitic aragonite harvested responsibly
- Genuine Marine aragonite: Authentic ocean-harvested substrate, not land mined material
- Officially licensed product: The only brand with a lease from The Bahamian government to harvest aragonite
- Extensive surface area: Provides over 1 million sq. cm per kg for beneficial bacteria colonization
- Versatile aquarium substrate: Suitable grain size for reef tanks, fish tanks, plenum systems and refugiums

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07X1V7ZXW |
| ASIN  | B07X1V7ZXW |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Best Sellers Rank | #46,421 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #47 in Aquarium Sand |
| Brand Name | Aqua Natural |
| Color | Sand |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (432) |
| Date First Available | August 27, 2019 |
| Date First Available  | August 27, 2019 |
| Directions | Rinse material well in a bucket using clean water. Do not use soap or other cleaning agents. Continue to rinse material until overflow water turns from a milky to light cloudy appearance. Any remaining cloudiness will disappear after a few hours of filter operation. |
| Included Components | 1 x bag of coarse aragonite |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13.39 x 2.36 x 8.66 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.39 x 8.46 x 3.7 inches |
| Item Weight | 4.5 kg |
| Item model number | ARAGC010 |
| Item model number  | ARAGC010 |
| Manufacturer | Pisces USA |
| Manufacturer  | Pisces USA |
| Model Name | Coarse Aragonite |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 13.39 x 2.36 x 8.66 inches; 9.92 pounds |
| Size | 10lb |
| Specific Uses for Product | Reef tanks, fish tanks, plenum systems, refugiums |
| Target Audience Keyword | Fish, fish |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Pounds of this sand for 135 gallon aquarium?**
A: I used 15 pounds for a 30 gallon tank which gave me about an inch deep.

**Q: Can this be used in a fresh water tank?**
A: Yes it can. Be mindful it'll raise your ph if you like a low ph tank.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Coarse Aragonite 10lb Sand for Reef, Saltwater and Marine Aquariums
- Instant Ocean Sea Salt 50 Gallons, For Marine Aquariums, Fast Dissolving

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-09-15*