{"product_id":"icecap-granular-activated-carbon-filter-media","title":"IceCap Granular Activated Carbon Filter Media","description":"\u003ch1 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eIceCap Granular Activated Carbon Filter Media\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eKeep your aquarium water crystal clear with IceCap Granular Activated Carbon Filter Media. Designed for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums, this high-quality activated carbon helps remove dissolved organics, odors, discoloration, medications, and impurities that can impact overall water quality and aquarium health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eWhether you're running a reef tank, freshwater community aquarium, African cichlid setup, planted tank, turtle tank, or pond system, activated carbon is one of the most important forms of chemical filtration for maintaining clean and stable water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"670\"\u003eWhat Does Activated Carbon Do?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eActivated carbon works by adsorbing dissolved contaminants from aquarium water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eIt helps remove:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"913\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"791\"\u003eYellowing compounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"792\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eOdors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"815\"\u003eOrganic waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"816\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eMedication residue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eToxins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eWater discoloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"913\"\u003ePollutants released by corals and livestock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003eCleaner water not only improves the appearance of your aquarium, but also helps improve overall water quality and light penetration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1054\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eWhy Water Clarity Matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1241\"\u003eMany hobbyists focus only on ammonia, nitrate, and phosphate, but dissolved organics can slowly build up over time even in stable aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eThis can lead to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eYellow tinted water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eReduced light penetration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eUnpleasant odors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003eReduced coral coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eLower water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eIn reef aquariums especially, cleaner water allows your lighting system to penetrate deeper into the aquarium, helping corals receive more usable light energy. Activated carbon can also help remove toxins released during coral chemical warfare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1697\"\u003eStable and clean water is one of the foundations of a healthy aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003eWhy Choose IceCap Activated Carbon?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1744\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eIceCap Granular Activated Carbon is designed for efficient chemical filtration while remaining easy to use in a variety of aquarium filtration systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1897\" data-end=\"1909\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003ePremium granular activated carbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eHelps produce crystal clear water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eRemoves odors and discoloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eSuitable for freshwater and saltwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eHelps remove medication residue after treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003eIdeal for reef tanks and fish-only systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2221\"\u003eWorks in reactors, media bags, sumps, and canister filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2222\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eEasy to rinse and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2306\"\u003eRinse the carbon lightly before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003ePlace the media into:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2350\"\u003eMedia reactor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2365\"\u003eMedia bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003eCanister filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2390\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003eSump filtration chamber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003ePosition in an area with moderate water flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2465\" data-end=\"2541\"\u003eReplace every 2–4 weeks depending on aquarium bioload and system demands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2564\"\u003eRecommended Usage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2565\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003eApproximately 1 tablespoon per 10 gallons of aquarium water is a common starting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2656\" data-end=\"2659\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2661\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eGreat For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2675\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eReef aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eSaltwater fish tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003eFreshwater aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003eAfrican cichlid tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003ePlanted aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2796\"\u003eTurtle tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2797\" data-end=\"2822\"\u003ePond filtration systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2843\"\u003eQuarantine systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2844\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003eFish rooms and maintenance systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2882\" data-end=\"2885\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2887\" data-end=\"2906\"\u003eWhat's Included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2908\" data-end=\"2955\"\u003eIceCap Granular Activated Carbon Filter Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003eResealable container depending on selected size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3097\"\u003eAvailable in multiple sizes for nano aquariums, medium systems, and large aquarium setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3099\" data-end=\"3102\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3104\" data-end=\"3132\"\u003eSpecial Order Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3134\" data-end=\"3219\"\u003eNeed larger quantities for a fish room, maintenance company, or large aquarium setup?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3378\"\u003eBulk sizes may be available by special order and may ship directly from the manufacturer. Bulk shipping rates may apply depending on package weight and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3380\" data-end=\"3383\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3385\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003eWhy Shop With Infinity \u0026amp; Beyond Aquatics?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3431\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003eFamily owned small business in North New Jersey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3526\"\u003eReal aquarium hobby experience and support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3528\" data-end=\"3584\"\u003eCarefully selected products we trust and use ourselves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3586\" data-end=\"3614\"\u003eFast and reliable shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3616\" data-end=\"3647\"\u003ePersonalized customer service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3649\" data-end=\"3695\"\u003eFree shipping on qualifying orders over $100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3884\"\u003eAt Infinity \u0026amp; Beyond Aquatics, we understand the importance of dependable filtration and stable water quality. We only carry products we trust for both freshwater and saltwater aquariums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3886\" data-end=\"3889\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3891\" data-end=\"3913\"\u003eShipping Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3915\" data-end=\"4063\"\u003eOrders are typically processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery times may vary due to weather, carrier delays, holidays, and product availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4065\" data-end=\"4231\"\u003eFree shipping applies to qualifying orders within eligible shipping zones. Certain oversized, heavy, or specialty items may be excluded from free shipping promotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4233\" data-end=\"4339\"\u003ePlease inspect all shipments upon arrival and contact us promptly with any questions regarding your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"4341\" data-end=\"4472\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4341\" data-end=\"4472\"\u003eCleaner water. 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