FAQ: Is Seachem Neutral Regulator® approved for use in a freshwater planted aquarium?

While some people do use Neutral Regulator® in freshwater planted aquariums with fine results, we recommend using a carbonate based buffer like Acid Buffer™ and Alkaline Buffer™ in a planted tank rather than a phosphate based buffer like Neutral Regulator®. Phosphate based buffers are very stable and work well for stabilizing the pH for fish, but can cause issues in a planted tank.