BBA Tannins Clear Liquid

BBA Tannins Clear Liquid – Beneficial Bacteria Solution for Tannin-Stained Pond Water

If your pond has a brown or tea-stained tinge that just won’t clear, it’s most likely tannins. They’re released as organic matter, usually fallen leaves, decomposes in the water, and in Australia our eucalyptus trees are often the biggest culprit standing between you and a crystal-clear pond.

BBA Tannins Clear Liquid is a specialised microbial solution formulated to break down tannins in ponds and aquariums. It contains a blend of beneficial bacteria with tannase enzyme activity that converts tannic acids into simpler organic molecules, reducing discolouration and supporting a healthier, more stable aquatic environment. It’s UV-resistant, so it stays effective even in ponds exposed to sunlight or UV filtration. For best results, pair it with BBA Tannins Clear Powder for a more concentrated treatment of heavily stained water. If algae rather than tannin staining is your main concern, our BBA Algae Blaster is formulated specifically as a natural algaecide.

Features & Benefits

• Contains beneficial bacteria with tannase enzyme activity that breaks down tannic acids
• Reduces the brown, tea-stained discolouration caused by decomposing organic matter
• Lowers tannin toxicity, protecting fish, shrimp and plants from stress
• Supports microbial diversity for a healthier, more balanced ecosystem
• Stabilises water quality, reducing the risk of sudden fluctuations
• UV-resistant formula, effective even in sunlight or UV-filtered ponds

Directions for Use

• Shake the bottle well before use
• Apply evenly over the pond or aquarium surface, or directly into the filter
• Temporarily turn off any UV filtration while dosing
• First-time use: 25mL per 1,000L of water, doubling or tripling the dose for heavily polluted water
• Regular maintenance: 15mL per 1,000L of water, weekly

These dose rates are a guideline and may need adjusting for individual conditions such as pollution level, water body size and depth, algae density, water temperature, and the volume of suspended material.

Recommended For

• Ponds affected by tannin staining from fallen leaves or organic debris
• Ponds shaded by eucalyptus or other tannin-heavy trees
• Anyone wanting to maintain long-term water clarity and stability