• A Superior Disinfectant and Sterilizer
• Use on Nets, Tanks and Equipment
• Prevents Transfer of Pathogens
• Effective against Fungus
• Regular Use Prevents Spread of Desease
• Safe to Use On Aquarium Decorations, Ornaments & Plastic Plants
• Made in U.S.A.

SANAQUA - 16 OUNCE - Item #83-3246

PURPOSES AND BENEFITS
The disinfection of nets, tanks, and associated equipment is essential if the aquarist is to prevent the transfer of pathogens from one tank or pond to another. Sanaqua is a powerful disinfectant, sanitizer, germicide, fungicide, and deodorizer for aquarium and fishery use. It contains a quaternary ammonium compound that has pronounced germicidal properties. It exhibits a wide spectrum of microbiological and microbiostatic activity against bacteria and fungi. It is superior in performance when compared to many other widely used quaternary ammonium compounds. Sanaqua used routinely will aid in preventing the spread of fish diseases to aquariums. Sanaqua should be used as a disinfectant/sanitizer for nets, fish boxes, ornaments, plastic plants, etc. It may also be used to disinfect walls and floors, raceways, aquaria, and areas where fish are handled.Sanaqua has notable advantages over traditionally used "household" disinfectants that control microorganisms:
l. Sanaqua has a high wetting and surface penetration activity. This property allows the product to readily penetrate areas that many other germicides do not.
2. Sanaqua has a wide spectrum of biocidal activity. Sanaqua has an effective and wide spectrum of activity against viruses, fungi, and gram positive and gram negative bacteria.
3. Ease and safety of handling. Compared to some other types of disinfectants, Sanaqua has low toxicity and irritancy when used in the recommended use dilutions.
4. Sanaqua has excellent storage properties. Sanaqua is stable for long periods in undiluted and diluted solutions.
5. Sanaqua destroys odors. Some products simply mask obnoxious odors; Sanaqua disinfects and destroys these odors. Sanaqua imparts a pleasant, clean odor to disinfected surfaces.
6. Sanaqua has substantial organic tolerance. Organic matter interferes with the activity of some disinfectants. Sanaqua is highly effective in the presence of organic matter.
7. Sanaqua has greater hard water tolerance. Hard water interferes with the activity of disinfectants. Sanaqua has a substantial hard water tolerance compared to other disinfectants.

Sanaqua is the only disinfectant/sanitizer that is federally registered specifically for aquarium and fishery use. It has been registered in 3 different use classes as : (l) disinfectant of aquarium equipment; (2) disinfectant in breeding, handling, and distribution establishments; (3) disinfectant in fish disease control institution.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Contains Didecyl dimethyl ammonium chloride 7.5%.

STABILITY:
Sanaquais stable indefinitely in its undiluted form. After dilution, the disinfectant solution should be replaced at regular intervals with freshly made solutions, especially when the solution becomes dirty or cloudy. Sanaquasuds when it is active. The solution should be changed when the pink color disappears (from one to three weeks).

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Sanaqua is not intended for use on fishes or invertebrates as a chemotherapeutic agent. Its use is restricted to that of an aquarium disinfectant/santitizer for hard surfaces.

TOXICITY:
At this time it is believed that Sanaqua is toxic to aquatic organisms if introduced into the water. Nets and other equipment should be rinsed before contacting aquatic life or water.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:
Sanaqua is supplied as a concentrate. Before use, the concentrate must be mixed according to the directions below. This solution is known as a "use solution." Use solutions may be made up and stored in tightly capped containers until ready for use.

Disinfection of aquarium and fish handling equipment
(a) Add l/2 fl oz of Sanaqua per gallon of water. Store the use solution in a plastic container.
(b) Place nets directly into the use solution. Used nets should remain in the solution for at least l0 minutes. A shorter period of immersion may not fully disinfect the net.
(c) Before using the disinfected net, remove from use solution, rinse in clean tap water and use. Return net to disinfectant solution after use.

For disinfection in breeding and fish handling areas
Sanaqua can also be used for disinfecting floors, walls, countertops, and other areas in and around fish holding areas, as well as large holding tanks. Use l/2 fl oz per gallon of wat er. After treatment, rinse all surfaces well that will come into contact with fish or other aquatic organisms. Floors, countertops, walls, etc. need not be rinsed. Allow Sanaqua to remain in tanks for at least l0 minutes.

CAUTIONS:
Sanaqua solutions are moderately irritating to the eyes. If accidental contact occurs, flush eyes with plenty of water for at least l5 minutes. At its use dilution, Sanaqua is non-irritating to the skin.

For products for professional use, see the AquaVet® line.