Cichlid Trace, 250 ml

Used this in a 120L African cichlid tank alongside Lake Salt and buffer—adds trace minerals like iron, iodine, and magnesium that get stripped out by filtration. Fish showed better colour and activity after a few weeks of consistent dosing. No smell, no clouding, and no impact on pH. I’ve used it during water changes and after heavy feeding weeks—helps stabilise fish health and supports immune function. Ideal for Lake Malawi, Tanganyika, and Victoria setups where mineral content matters. 🔍 Specs & Features Size: 250ml bottle Type: Liquid trace mineral supplement Use: Freshwater African cichlid tanks Function: Replaces essential trace elements lost to filtration Compatibility: Safe for all African cichlids—use with Lake Salt and buffer for full effect Application: Dose weekly or during water changes—follow label chart 🧪 Performance Water Clarity: No clouding or residue Fish Health: Supports colour, energy, and immune response Ease of Use: Simple dosing—no mixing or prep Smell: Neutral—no chemical stink 👍 Pros ✅ Adds key trace elements—supports long-term health ✅ Works with other Seachem products ✅ No impact on pH or filtration ✅ Safe for all freshwater cichlids ✅ Easy dosing—clear instructions 👎 Cons ❌ Not a standalone—best used with Lake Salt and buffer ❌ No visible effect overnight—works gradually ❌ Manual dosing—no pump or cap measure ❌ Doesn’t replace full mineral salts—supplements only 🧭 Personal Verdict If you’re running African cichlids and want to keep mineral levels dialled in for colour, health, and energy, Seachem Cichlid Trace earns its spot. I’ve used it across setups and water changes—no drama, just clean results and happy fish. Proper stash-ready gear for anyone who wants their tank chemistry sorted without the guesswork.

I love Seachem products, you only get what you pay for. So many good products and they all do a great job.

Good product, use this in my tank as I have cichlids and does the job well

It is hard to definitively state that this makes a difference but I can say that my fish are spectacularly healthy and beautiful. This product adds in trace nutrients that degrade quickly in the tank between water changes. I use about 31ml twice per week in my 450l. It is a clear liquid which does not smell or discolour the water. The fish seem happy and healthy and all is well. I intend to keep using this product.

Good stuff

The perfect additive for keeping my lake Malawi cichlids healthy.

Arrived with a perfect secure seal, no leaks from lid. Hopefully the common issue of poor seal has been resolved. My Mbuna definitely appreciate this product.

Seal was already opened on bottle, I have used this product before so I know there’s a seal on bottle once cap has been removed won’t be using this as I don’t know what is actually inside bottle I have taken pictures of my original bottle with seal and the bottle sent without seal

La marca es buenisima

I saw a major improvement in my fish colors. I even did my own experiments in different fish tanks just to see if there was going to be a big difference. I would definitely by this product again.

Produto ótimo para ciclídeos

This seems to be really good for my Malawi Cichlids. The color of my fish seems to be a lot better then what it used to be. This product can stain (I think it has iodine in it) so watch out on where you let it drip. It leaked a bit under my cabinet and turned some papers a rust color. Not a big deal--just a FTI. Also, after you open the bottle and it is exposed to air, the inside of the cap has an insert that will turn almost black. Don't worry--this is a normal reaction.

Great for adding key elements to the water