Sea Buffer will safely raise the sea pH to 8.3. It will not raise the pH above 8.3 even if overdosed accidentally. Sea Buffer is a combined product and not just sodium bicarbonate or sodium carbonate, which are commonly sold as substitutes.

Key features:

• Raises and maintains pH at 8.3 in all saltwater aquariums
• Can be safely used in reef aquariums
• Contains borate for additional stability
• Contains magnesium to alleviate the effects of deposits

Usage instructions:
Add 5 grams (level teaspoon) for every 80 liters (20 US gallons). Dissolve it in at least one cup of fresh water. This dose will also raise alkalinity by about 1 meq/L. Add daily until the pH stabilizes at 8.3. This may take from a day to a week, depending on the original pH and alkalinity levels. Thereafter, use every two weeks or monthly to maintain the pH at 8.3.