--- product_id: 17419532 title: "API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food 4.2-Ounce Container, Medium (823B)" brand: "api" price: "₹ 1666" currency: INR in_stock: true category: "Api" url: https://www.desertcart.in/products/17419532-api-tropical-pellets-sinking-pellets-fish-food-4-2-ounce store_origin: IN region: India --- # 4.2 oz nutrient-rich pellets Less waste, clearer water Complete balanced diet API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food 4.2-Ounce Container, Medium (823B) **Brand:** api **Price:** ₹ 1666 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🐠 Feed brilliance, watch your aquarium thrive! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food 4.2-Ounce Container, Medium (823B) by api - **How much does it cost?** ₹ 1666 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.in](https://www.desertcart.in/products/17419532-api-tropical-pellets-sinking-pellets-fish-food-4-2-ounce) ## Best For - api enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted api brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Eco-Clean Formula:** Optimized nutrient absorption means less waste and crystal-clear tanks. - • **Stress-Free Feeding:** Reduces toxins and ammonia to keep your aquatic friends thriving. - • **Trusted & Top-Ranked:** Loved by thousands with a 4.5-star rating and top 30 aquarium food rank. - • **Protein-Powered Growth:** High-quality squid & shrimp proteins fuel vibrant, healthy fish. - • **Community-Ready Nutrition:** Perfectly balanced for all tropical community fish species. ## Overview API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food offers a scientifically formulated, protein-rich diet designed for tropical community fish. This 4.2-ounce container delivers balanced nutrition with high-quality ingredients like squid and shrimp, promoting optimal growth, vibrant color, and immune support. Its eco-friendly formula enhances nutrient absorption, reducing waste and maintaining cleaner, clearer aquarium water. Ideal for species such as angelfish, tetras, and barbs, this top-rated fish food ensures a healthy, stress-free aquatic environment. ## Description Feed your tropical community fish a protein-enriched diet that has been scientifically formulated to promote healthy growth and cleaner, clearer water with API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food. When fish are overfed or fed food with low palatability, the buildup of poorly-digested and unconsumed food in aquarium water can lead to increased waste and raised ammonia levels, which is toxic to fish. The increased toxins and stress can cause gill damage, illness and death. By feeding your tropical fish API TROPICAL PELLETS, you're giving them a complete, balanced diet that's ideal for them. Each pellet contains nutritionally-enhanced proteins to promote optimal digestion and produce overall less ammonia. This fish food is ideal for tropical community fish including Angelfish, Tetras, Barbs and Discus. API Fish Food is formulated for a variety of popular fish such as cichlids, goldfish, tetra, betta, angelfish and more with high quality ingredients fish love such as algae, shrimp, worms and more. Keep your fish healthy, happy and colorful with food that contains optimal levels of nutrients as well as helps produce less waste, toxins and stress. For delayed release try API VACATION and WEEKEND PYRAMID FEEDERS. ## Features - Contains one (1) API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food 4.2-Ounce Container - Contains key nutrients for a complete and balance diet for all tropical community fish - Includes high-quality proteins, such as squid and shrimp, for optimal fish growth - Formulated to help fish more readily use nutrients which means less waste and clean, clear water - Feed twice a day to meet the requirements of tropical community fish ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B005XDCML4 | | ASIN | B005XDCML4 | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Allergen Information | Apple Free | | Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet | | Best Sellers Rank | #3,744 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #26 in Aquarium Fish Food | | Brand Name | API | | Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds | | Container Type | Bottle | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (830) | | Date First Available | September 29, 2011 | | Department | Unisex-Adult | | Dog Breed Size | Small | | Flavor | Fish | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00317163028230 | | Item Form | Pellet | | Item Type Name | Tropical Fish Food | | Item Weight | 2.72 ounces | | Item model number | 823B | | Manufacturer | Mars Fishcare | | Manufacturer | Mars Fishcare | | Manufacturer Part Number | 823B | | Model Number | 823B | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Benefits | Promotes growth, color, and immune support with eco-friendly nutrition. | | Product Dimensions | 2.5 x 2.5 x 4.75 inches; 2.67 ounces | | Recommended Uses For Product | Feeding tropical community fish, enhancing fish color, supporting fish growth and immune system, maintaining clean aquarium water | | Special Ingredients | Banana | | Specific Uses For Product | Digestive Health | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 317163028230 | | Unit Count | 4.2 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages - **Brand:** API - **Flavor:** Fish - **Item Form:** Pellet - **Specific Uses For Product:** Digestive Health ## Images ![API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food 4.2-Ounce Container, Medium (823B) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71e8SSJBBSL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Do the pellets stay intact or crumble once they sink?** A: from what I've seen, they stay intact for a while, and I've they absorb a bunch of water after 10-20 minutes, they become softer for the fish (or even dwarf frogs) to eat. my catfish will even go at them while they're still solid **Q: Can my snails eat this?** A: I would suggest comparing the ingredients lists to get an accurate answer. Years back I had some Assassin Snails in one of my small 30 gal aquariums and never supplied them with foods. They ate algae off the glass and rocks and other decor. Since I only ise API Cichlid Pellets for all my aquariums (for over 12 years) it is possible that the snails might have eaten some but These are floating pellets - they float on water surface and fish come up to eat them. **Q: Are these good for Tetra's as well?** A: Yes, can you use these for tetras as well. **Q: can you feed upside down catfish and gourami with this?** A: It quickly falls to the bottom and and is eaten by any fish willing to bottom feed. I got it for my Koris. ## Frequently Bought Together - API TROPICAL PELLETS Sinking Pellets Fish Food 4.2-Ounce Container, Medium (823B) - API TROPICAL FLAKES Fish Food 5.7-Ounce Container - API BOTTOM FEEDER PELLETS WITH SQUID Fish Food 4.0-Ounce Container --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.in/products/17419532-api-tropical-pellets-sinking-pellets-fish-food-4-2-ounce](https://www.desertcart.in/products/17419532-api-tropical-pellets-sinking-pellets-fish-food-4-2-ounce) --- *Product available on Desertcart India* *Store origin: IN* *Last updated: 2026-08-05*