{"product_id":"bba-purepond-sludge-away-powder-solution-250g","title":"BBA PurePond Sludge Away Powder Solution 250g","description":"\u003cp\u003eSludge Away is a specialised beneficial bacteria product developed for use in anaerobic or low-oxygen environments, such as pond bottoms and sediment-rich water bodies. The strain, BBA AnaeroPro-411, was carefully selected and adapted for its rapid colonisation, efficient organic matter degradation, and its ability to restore ecological balance in sludge-prone conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinuous decomposition of organic\u003cbr\u003esludge and detritus, producing short-chain organic acids (e.g., lactic, acetic, butyric acids) that reduce odor, black sludge, and ammonia build-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces antimicrobial peptides and bacteriocins to inhibit harmful anaerobic pathogens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaks down proteins, fats, and carbohydrates into smaller molecules (amino acids, fatty acids, sugars), enhancing nutrient cycling and microbial balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces sludge volume, eases filtration load, and improves bottom water quality over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Aura Aquarium AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43302523207889,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/4797\/2049\/files\/Untitleddesign_43.png?v=1789092279","url":"https:\/\/www.auraaquarium.com\/products\/bba-purepond-sludge-away-powder-solution-250g","provider":"Aura Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}