{"product_id":"lca-micro-mix-shrimp-safe-500ml","title":"LCA Micro Mix (Shrimp Safe) - 500ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLCA Micro Mix (Shrimp Safe) is made in Australia by Liverpool Creek Aquariums. It is a liquid trace-element fertiliser for planted freshwater tanks that also keep shrimp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants need micronutrients for leaf structure, colour, and general health. Many standard trace mixes contain enough copper to build up and harm sensitive invertebrates. This low-copper formula supplies the traces plants need while keeping shrimp safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShrimp and invertebrate safe:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-copper profile made for Caridina, Neocaridina, and ghost shrimp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrace spectrum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated micronutrients to support plant metabolism, leaf structure, and colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSplit dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use as the micro half of a split routine, so traces are not stored in the same bottle as macros (which can cause oxidation).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor planted tanks:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 3-times-per-week routine supplies enough micros for demanding, heavily planted layouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePump dispenser:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy, mess-free dosing with no syringes or measuring cups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWater and system compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshwater aquariums only. Not for marine or reef tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLivestock:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for shrimp, crabs, snails, and community fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be used on its own, or with LCA Macro Mix (NPK) for complete plant nutrition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosing and instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways check dosage \u0026amp; direction on product packaging.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 1 pump (2 ml) per 100 litres of aquarium water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dose 3 times per week (for example Monday, Wednesday, and Friday), with a 50% weekly water change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-tech tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e (high light, injected CO2, and heavy plant mass): Increase to 3 pumps (6 ml) per 100 litres, 3 times per week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-tech tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e (low light, no CO2): Use the standard dose 1–2 times per week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDosing warning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 pumps per 100 litres is the maximum dose. Do not overdose. Shake well before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liverpool Creek Aquariums\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shrimp-safe micronutrient \/ trace blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LCA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56312099733809,"sku":null,"price":37.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0922\/6066\/3601\/files\/lca_micromix_shrimp.png?v=1789627054","url":"https:\/\/www.williamstownaquarium.com.au\/products\/lca-micro-mix-shrimp-safe-500ml","provider":"Williamstown Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}