---
product_id: 48702024
title: "API POND-ZYME"
brand: "api"
price: "R1213"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: null
reviews_count: 13
category: "Api"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48702024-api-pond-zyme
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Barley-powered sludge breakdown Natural active bacteria Eco-friendly pond maintenance API POND-ZYME

**Brand:** api
**Price:** R1213
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Transform your pond into a crystal-clear oasis with nature’s own sludge destroyer!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** API POND-ZYME by api
- **How much does it cost?** R1213 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/48702024-api-pond-zyme)

## Best For

- api enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Chic Solution:** Chemical-free, safe for wildlife and all pond life stages—because your pond deserves the best
- • **Bio-Boosted Clarity:** Harnesses natural bacteria to dissolve fish waste and pond sludge fast
- • **Barley-Powered Purity:** Unique barley formula accelerates algae and debris digestion for crystal-clear water
- • **Low-Maintenance Luxury:** Cut pond upkeep time with bi-weekly treatments that keep your water pristine
- • **Season-Ready Performance:** Perfect for start-up, seasonal cleanups, and ongoing maintenance to keep your pond Instagram-worthy

## Overview

Api Pond-Zyme Sludge Destroyer is a 454-gram natural pond cleaner that uses active bacteria and barley to break down fish waste, algae, leaves, and grass clippings. Designed for ornamental ponds, it reduces maintenance by digesting sludge and improving water clarity with bi-weekly treatments. Safe for all pond life stages and eco-friendly, it’s the go-to solution for a fresh, odor-free pond environment.

## Description

Free delivery and returns on eligible orders. Buy Api Pond-Zyme Sludge Destroyer Pond Water Cleaner With Barley 454-Gram Container at desertcart UK.

Review: Cleared my pond up very well after only 4 applications - Bought this for my new wildlife pond. Really cleared up the sludge that had built up of its first summer. Water is crystal clear and does not smell of stagnation anymore. Highly recommend.
Review: Great product that works - I have a small outdoor pond with frogs living in there. The water was dirty and smelly. I tried a few natural things without chemicals but nothing worked until I used this. Now after a couple of weeks I can see the bottom of the pond and the smell has gone.

## Features

- Contains one (1) API POND-ZYME SLUDGE DESTROYER Pond Cleaner With Natural Pond Bacteria And Barley, 1-Pound Container
- Contains natural active ingredients to break down fish waste and consume pond sludge
- Breaks down dead algae and digests leaves and grass clippings
- Helps to reduce overall pond maintenance and keep pond clean
- Use twice a week for two weeks in ornamental ponds for start-up, end of season, then once every two weeks for regular maintenance

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000OVCI2S |
| Allergen Information | Apple Free |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 10,636 in Garden ( See Top 100 in Garden ) 59 in Water Garden & Pond Treatment 388 in Pools, Hot Tubs & Supplies |
| Colour | Light brown |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (4,735) |
| Date First Available | 16 Aug. 2010 |
| Item Form | Stick |
| Item Weight | 454 g |
| Item model number | 146B |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 1 month and up |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Pet Life Stage | All Life Stages |
| Pet Type | Patio, Lawn & Garden, Pond, Pond Water Treatment And Acc, Pond Water Treatment And Acc Water Treatment |
| Product Dimensions | 10.16 x 8.89 x 16.51 cm; 453.59 g |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Size | 454g |
| Specific Uses | Active |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** API
- **Item form:** Stick
- **Item weight:** 1 Pounds
- **Manufacturer:** Mars Fishcare
- **UPC:** 885730609644 885479943481 317163421468 885509235029 317163021460 885232340557 885390880940

## Images

![API POND-ZYME - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81P3wccS3hL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: how many gallons does this treat**
A: The container comes with a soup about  tablespoon sized and there is messing table on the container of how many scoops per 100 gallons. I have been using it once a week with 2 scoops and there's about 6 months worth in the container, by my guess. I hope this helps!

**Q: What are the ingredients? Does this contain peroxide?**
A: No peroxide

**Q: Hi my water is clear.  But will this work for cleaning up a sludge spot in my pond that is about 4X4? Or should I go with a pellet sludge remover?**
A: This product is excellent  I use it with either API pond flush or Microbelift PL. A super self discovered secret is mix 2 parts liquid bacteria above with one part pond zyme to make a cookie dough consistency. Roll it into a ball and drop or toss into pond directly into dirtiest sludge spots in the bottom of your pond. We use this technique in show ponds at a pond outfitter. Tried and true for over the last year. Unplug this UV’s for at least a day. You can substitute half barley extract if you’re having an issue with string algae.
I then supplement with whatever remaining liquid you need to add for the size of your pond.

**Q: I have a 600g pond. I dosed it last night. Water is still black. How long does this take to clear water?**
A: I was not a fan of this products performance. I've not had Black problems before, but lots of Green especially in Spring.  I think water changes and UV Sterilization unit was my clear water help!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cleared my pond up very well after only 4 applications
*by M***D on 7 October 2025*

Bought this for my new wildlife pond. Really cleared up the sludge that had built up of its first summer. Water is crystal clear and does not smell of stagnation anymore. Highly recommend.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product that works
*by T***Y on 1 November 2025*

I have a small outdoor pond with frogs living in there. The water was dirty and smelly. I tried a few natural things without chemicals but nothing worked until I used this. Now after a couple of weeks I can see the bottom of the pond and the smell has gone.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The product arrived labelled sludge remover but as we had ...
*by J***T on 2 September 2014*

The product arrived labelled sludge remover but as we had had so much trouble even finding Pond zyme plus in Britain we decided to give it a go anyway. It has certainly made made a difference to the pond weed accumulating but I wish I knew whether this is the same stuff we used previously ie pond zyme plus.

## Frequently Bought Together

- API POND-ZYME SLUDGE DESTROYER Pond Cleaner With Natural Pond Bacteria And Barley, 1-Pound Container
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- API POND ACCU-CLEAR Pond Water Clarifier 32-Ounce Bottle

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-10*